Domestic violence crimes are a hot topic in many communities throughout our area, as well as national attention on various news and talk show programs. This exposure and the increased political pressure on domestic violence issues has lead to a more aggressive approach in prosecuting any allegation of a domestic violence crime.
Unfortunately, this aggressive approach has caused many individuals to face domestic violence charges which are unwarranted, or they are falsely accused of domestic violence in the heat of the moment. The best defense of an accusation of a domestic violence crime is seek experience legal advice and representation.
A domestic violence crime may be charged as a misdemeanor or felony crime, depending on the circumstances of the incident, evidence compiled against you, and in come cases your prior criminal record.
An experienced domestic violence attorney & lawyer will ensure you are fully aware of your legal rights and options for you defense regarding the charges against you. When it is not possible to have the charges dropped, reduced, or negotiate an acceptable plea, The Law Office of Gail Cheatwood, P.A., will ensure the prosecution is held to the burden of proving beyond a reasonable doubt the charges against you were warranted. We will hold all evidence, witness statements, and the actions of law enforcement under a microscope, while aggressively protection your legal rights.
Some of the domestic violence - battery criminal charges one may commonly face include, but are not limited to:
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