Domestic Violence

Domestic violence has been a growing concern in California in the last few decades, resulting in numerous laws being passed in an attempt to better regulate and prevent incidences of domestic violence. Spousal Abuse and domestic violence charges are aggressively prosecuted, and even if the victim tells the court and prosecutor they do not wish to "press charges" the case WILL NOT be dismissed.  Jail time is routinely sought even in first offense or non-injury cases.

This can result in the aggressive pursuit of a domestic violence case even when the evidence is scant. Sometimes a spousal abuse charge is used as leverage in a divorce or child custody case, or just to get even.  A conviction could jeopardize your divorce or custody proceeding, including a one-year long Domestic Violence class, three years' Probation, possible jail time and prohibiting you from owning a firearm in your own home.

According to the State Bar of California, Domestic violence can range from threats, annoying telephone calls and stalking (such as following the victim to and from work, and threatening the victim), to unwanted sexual touching and hitting. It also can be defined as one spouse destroying the other's personal property."

A conviction for assault or domestic violence can affect on your rights to see your children, affect your property rights, affect your opportunity for employment and seriously affect your immigration status.

Regardless whether they are mere allegations or facts, your future and your freedom depend on the quality of legal representation you choose. That's where we come in. Our attorneys have a strong record of success in criminal defense, domestic violence cases. Our law firm focuses on criminal defense law.  We use our skills and experience to seek the most favorable outcome for each client we represent.