Riverside Domestic Violence Criminal Defense Attorney

Domestic Violence Defense Information

Domestic violence is defined as any abuse, threat, or violent act inflicted upon any member of a family by another member. Abuse may be physical or psychological in nature. Domestic violence may also be referred to as "spousal abuse" or "family abuse". Common crimes involved in instances of domestic violence include assault, battery, rape, and murder. Victims and initiators of domestic violence can be men or women. However, the majority of domestic violence victims are women. If you have been charged with domestic violence, contact a Riverside criminal defense lawyer today. We may be able to help you with your case and get your name and record cleared. At Hanson, Gorian and Bradford, we understand the complex and sensitive nature of domestic violence cases. Many times during a divorce or a domestic dispute, people lie or make up stories in order to hurt their partner. If you have been falsely accused, you need to seek legal representation to avoid jail time. The violent crime of domestic violence has had increased penalties over the years, and even when an alleged victim recants, the prosecutor may not drop the case.

Most instances of domestic violence are classified as misdemeanors. First time offenders are usually placed on probation or given community service time. If the incident of domestic violence is extreme, or if the offender has a prior criminal record, they may face harsh legal consequences such as imprisonment, monetary fines, community service, probation, and mandatory counseling.

Domestic Violence Defense Attorney Serving Riverside

If you have been charged with domestic violence in Riverside or the surrounding areas, it is important that you speak with an attorney from our firm today. A skilled attorney can advise you of your legal options and protect your rights. Our firm has successfully represented clients throughout Riverside who have been charged with domestic violence. In some cases, we can negotiate with prosecutors to have charges or sentences reduced. We may be able to help you get a less severe sentence or fines, or have your charged dropped altogether.

If you have been charged with domestic violence, contact a Riverside domestic violence defense attorney today.