Los Angeles Domestic Violence Attorney
Information on Domestic Violence Cases
Domestic violence is any form of violence or threat of violence against a spouse, former spouse, boyfriend, girlfriend, fiancé, parent, child, other family member or a person that you live with. It can include harassment, stalking, threats, assault and battery,
sexual assault, spousal
rape and other forms of physical injury. Even if the person who reported the crime changes their mind, the District Attorney's Office can still continue to investigate and prosecute the case.
Charges of domestic violence are often made in contentious divorce and child custody cases to gain leverage in the proceedings. Many times a restraining order will be issued against the alleged abuser, preventing them from having any further contact with the victim. There can be extremely disruptive to a person's life if the accuser is a spouse and there are children involved. A Los Angeles criminal defense lawyer should be contacted at once if you have been arrested for domestic violence. You are facing potentially serious penalties that can change your life forever.
Contact a domestic violence lawyer in Los Angeles
A person found guilty of domestic violence will be sentenced based on the severity of the crime and their prior criminal history. Penalties can include:
Martinian & Associates is a knowledgeable criminal defense firm that can provide skilled representation in domestic violence cases. We are well-versed in domestic violence laws and will look for flaws in the prosecution's case that can help achieve a reduction in charges or case dismissal. Our attorneys are also persuasive negotiators that will work to mitigate any potential
sentencing.
Contact a Los Angeles domestic violence attorney
at our legal firm if you have been accused of domestic violence for reliable legal advice and representation.