Domestic Violence
Los Angeles Domestic Abuse Defense Attorneys
The state of California treats the crime of domestic violence very seriously. Domestic violence includes a broad spectrum of emotional and physical abuses inflicted upon a spouse, an intimate partner, a former intimate partner, a child or any other family member. You can be charged with domestic abuse for any threatening or violent action, even if you did not intentionally mean to threaten or inflict harm on the person. There are a variety of behaviors that are considered abusive such as threatening, stalking, incessant phone calling and intimidating.
Also, any kind of financial, social, verbal, physical or sexual assault falls under the category of domestic violence in California. Depending on the severity of the abuse, domestic violence can be filed as a misdemeanor or a felony. As a misdemeanor, there is the possibility of serving up to 6 months in prison, paying fines, completing community service hours, completing a year of counseling, receiving a Stay-Away Order from the victim, and receiving a “No Harm, No Strike” Order for couples.
If you are charged with a felony, there are all of the same possible consequences but jail time can be extended up to three years. Even if the alleged victim does not want you arrested or drops the charges, you can still be arrested and prosecuted for the crime. In California, domestic violence is treated as such a serious offence that specially appointed prosecutors within the prosecutor’s office try the cases and are the only ones that are permitted to drop the charges.
These circumstances illustrate why it is of utmost importance for someone that is facing domestic violence accusations or charges to hire a skilled defense attorney with knowledge of the California legal system to ensure the best result possible. Early intervention by experienced, responsible legal aid is crucial to effectively defending your freedom when you've been charged with a domestic violence crime. You owe it to yourself to get a Los Angeles criminal defense attorney that can give you the best possible representation and advice, inside and outside of the courtroom. The law office of William S. Kroger, staffs the finest criminal defense lawyers Los Angeles can offer, ready to help you seek justice and get a superior defense.
Please contact my office toll free at 800-655-7505 or (323) 655-5700, 24 hours a day to schedule a call for a consultation to answer any questions you may have.
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