Except when acting in self-defense, any kind of violence against another person is prohibited. Domestic violence is when a person uses force against a person they are romantically associated with or otherwise has a protected relationship with. It’s a far more serious accusation as a result. Reach out to a criminal defense attorney who can support you during this trying time if you’ve been charged with domestic abuse.
We at the Chambers Law Firm are available to you at any time with information. Just give us a call at 714-760-4088 to set up a consultation. We will discuss your case with you, review the evidence, and provide you with our best legal counsel regarding how to proceed. Read on to get the answers to three of the most frequently asked questions about domestic abuse in the interim.
Can the individual who is accusing me get the charges dropped?
If you have an experienced criminal defense attorney on your side, they may be able to prove that there isn’t enough evidence to support the allegations against you, or they may be able to challenge the evidence and get it suppressed. Domestic abuse accusations are treated seriously in California, and the judiciary has taken measures to make it challenging to drop charges.
The person who is accusing you of domestic violence will not be able to have the charges withdrawn. The state may nonetheless file charges on behalf of the defendant even if they do not wish to. Also keep in mind that it’s against the law to attempt to persuade someone not to testify against you. This may be seen as witness tampering and result in prison time.
Do I really need an attorney to represent me?
Yes. No matter whether you are charged with a misdemeanor or a felony, the repercussions of a domestic violence conviction can be severe. You don’t want a black mark like this on your record. It always pays to at least have a consultation with a criminal defense attorney, regardless of how simple or insignificant the case may seem to you.
Is domestic violence considered a felony or a misdemeanor?
As a so-called “wobbler” violation, domestic abuse can be prosecuted as either a misdemeanor or a felony. When deciding how to prosecute you, they’ll take into account all the available evidence, your prior criminal history, and the gravity of the offense.
Remember that contacting an attorney is still worthwhile even if you plan to enter a guilty plea. Why? we can negotiate on your behalf, after all. Almost without exception, whatever bargain the state gives you is not the best one they are willing to make. Allow a criminal defense attorney with experience in this particular type of negotiation to speak on your side rather than rushing in on your own.
Call Chambers Law Firm at 714-760-4088 if you’re prepared to talk with an attorney. We are here to mount the strongest defense we can. Make a call right away to begin.
