Experienced Criminal Defense Attorneys in Southern California
Domestic violence is generally defined as violence or abuse that occurs between spouses, ex-spouses, family members or cohabitants (people who live together). Due to the nature of these charges, a person is most likely to be arrested when law enforcement is called to the scene of a domestic dispute of any kind. Rather than taking a chance and failing to act when someone is actually in trouble, the police will take the alleged offender into custody. Unfortunately, this can mean that a loud argument could turn into a situation where a person is facing criminal charges - even when no crime actually occurred.
In California, domestic violence may be charged as a misdemeanor or a felony. If convicted, a defendant may face imprisonment in county jail or up to 3 years or more in state prison, along with heavy fines. When a child is the victim, the penalties may increase. Additionally, the alleged victim may file a restraining order against the alleged abuser, meaning that any contact with the victim will be prohibited. A violation of a restraining order is serious in itself.
Working with an attorney experienced in Orange County domestic violence cases is absolutely essential if you or someone you know has been taken into custody for suspected domestic abuse. As a skilled criminal defense lawyer with over 10 years of legal experience, I understand how to put my knowledge and resources to work for my clients.
Consult an Orange County Domestic Violence Defense Attorney
The Orange County criminal defense attorneys take on domestic violence cases throughout all of Orange County and the surrounding areas in Southern California. We offer a free initial consultation to discuss your particular charges and what our firm can do to assist you.
Contact an Orange County domestic violence lawyer today regarding your case.
