Domestic Violence
Facing Domestic Violence Charges? Know Your Legal Options.
Domestic violence cases can involve allegations of physical violence, threats, intimidation, or other unlawful conduct involving a spouse, former spouse, dating partner, cohabitant, or certain family or household members. These cases can result in criminal charges as well as protective or restraining orders.
The consequences may include probation, counseling or treatment requirements, fines, jail time, and restrictions on firearm possession. California law also recognizes circumstances in which domestic violence allegations can affect pretrial proceedings and protective orders.
A criminal defense attorney can investigate the circumstances of the incident, review communications and witness statements, and challenge inconsistencies or unreliable evidence.
Did you know?
A person accused of domestic violence does not have to be convicted simply because the alleged victim reported the incident. The prosecution must still prove the charged offense under California law.
The alleged victim does not personally control whether criminal charges are filed or dismissed. Criminal cases are generally prosecuted by the government, not by the alleged victim.
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