Domestic Violence Charges in Central California
If you have been arrested on charges of domestic violence in Central California, call (559) 222-2424 to contact an experienced criminal defense attorney at the Law Offices of Michael E. Mitchell. At our office in Fresno, California, we offer aggressive criminal defense against domestic violence charges.
Protect Your Record and Your Rights
Many people arrested for domestic violence have no previous experience with the criminal justice system. While some domestic altercations involve significant acts of violence, a surprising number of domestic assault arrests occur in cases involving relatively minor altercations. A simple push or shove may be all it takes in some cases to be arrested on serious criminal charges.
The police and prosecutors are serious about domestic violence. If police are called to your home and they find any evidence of a physical altercation, no matter how slight, it is common practice for the alleged aggressor to spend the night in jail.
If you have no experience dealing with the criminal justice system, do not try and handle your case by yourself. Your friends may tell you to simply go in and plead guilty. After all, how much of a fuss are you going to make over a minor misdemeanor charge?
This is precisely the wrong attitude to have if you have been charged with domestic violence. A conviction for domestic violence can have a number of consequences. Ask yourself these questions:
- How will a conviction for domestic violence look on a job application?
- What if I get involved in a custody dispute? How will a conviction for a violent crime affect my ability to seek or maintain custody of my children?
- What if I decide to go back to school? How will a domestic violence conviction affect my ability to attend a university or specialized program?
- How will a conviction affect my community or business reputation?
Before you make any final decision about your case, learn your rights. Contact an attorney at our firm for a free case evaluation. At your consultation, we will provide you with critical information to assist you in making an informed decision. For example, did you know that a conviction for domestic assault can affect your ability to own a firearm?
To get reliable advice from an experienced Fresno lawyer about spousal abuse or other domestic violence charges, call (559) 222-2424, or contact us by e-mail.
Law Offices of Michael E. Mitchell
285 W. Shaw Avenue, Suite 101
Fresno, California 93704
Telephone: 559-222-2424
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