Beverly Hills and West Covina Domestic Violence Defense Attorney

Los Angeles Domestic Assault Lawyer

Domestic violence, also commonly referred to as spousal abuse, is violence or some form of physical abuse directed at a spouse or domestic partner. More often than not a male is the assailant or attacker and a female is the victim. A secondary form, although equally as damaging, is emotional or psychological abuse. All forms of domestic violence or domestic abuse are normally used as a means of manipulation or control.

People often think that domestic violence only occurs as a man abusing a woman. That is not always the case. Women can also abuse men although it may not be reported as often. In California domestic violence laws are enforceable in situations involving heterosexual, same sex and gay/lesbian relationships. Being classified as a violent crime the police typically arrest the person accused of the crime. If the charge is domestic assault or domestic violence it is a felony. This means that the accused cannot leave on their own recognizance. This applies whether or not the charges are filed as a felony or misdemeanor.

If you have been accused of assault, domestic assault or domestic violence it may make sense to have a California Domestic Violence Attorney on your side. Contact The Law Office of Michael D. Payne at 626-974-8713, 626-593-1109, or toll free 866-696-5453. Mr. Payne can also be reached via email by clicking here.

Domestic Violence Examples

Hitting

Pushing/Shoving

Sexual Assault

Name Calling

Withholding money

Stalking

Intimidation

Domestic Violence Legal Penalties

Legal penalties and repercussions for a domestic violence charge can be very severe, not to mention expensive. Legal penalties can include probation, court ordered anger management classes, counseling, jail or prison. After being arrested for domestic violence you may not be allowed to go back to your home. You may have to stay a certain distance from your partner and or family. If you are ultimately convicted of a domestic violence charge your ability to see your children, your property rights and, if applicable, your immigration status may be affected.

Contact A Los Angeles Domestic Violence Defense Lawyer

If you have been accused of an assault charge you can easily become a victim of the charge. Often times domestic violence charges can be fabricated by an angry partner or spouse. Or, they can also be used as leverage in a custody or divorce battle. Regardless, it may make sense to consult with a California Domestic Violence Lawyer. Call The Law office of Michael D. Payne at 626-974-8713, 626-593-1109, or toll free 866-696-5453. Mr. Payne can also be reached via email by clicking here.