About Domestic Violence

San Diego Domestic Violence Attorney

Have you been accused of domestic violence? It is important to consider retaining the services of a lawyer as soon as possible. An experienced San Diego domestic violence defense lawyer can help you by protecting your rights, representing your interests and proving your side of the story throughout the criminal process.

Domestic violence is one of the most serious criminal charges that a person may face in California, particularly due to the broad repercussions it can have on a person's freedom, future and family. Viewed on a broad scale, domestic violence is defined as violence between spouses, cohabitants, family members, parents of a child, or individuals in a relationship. It may include any of the following acts:

False Accusations

All too often, an innocent person is accused of a crime they did not commit. Crimes of the family, known as domestic violence, are crimes that often find blame in an innocent individual for many reasons, including jealousy, revenge, malice and spite. Click here to read more about false accusations of domestic violence.

Threatening Phone Calls

Have you been accused of calling a member of your family and threatening violence or inflicting emotional abuse? Threatening phone calls can include threats of malicious acts, threats to damage or take away property or children and threats to take finances away. Click here to read more about threatening phone calls.

Stalking

Every person has a different boundary, and you may cross the line if the person believes that you have been stalking them. Being accused of stalking is no laughing matter, and you can guarantee that the prosecution will come out with a strong argument on the victim's behalf. Click here to read more about stalking.

Assault / Battery

Assault and battery is a serious criminal offense in the state of California that can be tried with enhanced penalties if serious injury or death is inflicted on the victim. If you have been accused of harming a member or members of your family, immediately talk to our law firm. Click here to read more about assault / battery.

Child Abuse

The abuse of a child is not only against the law, but many view it as morally wrong as well. However, children make false accusations and point fingers for reasons that may be seen as immature or unrealistic. Despite the reasoning for the accusation, you will need legal representation. Click here to read more about child abuse.

Spousal Abuse / Battery With Injury

Battery with injury to a spouse is a highly punishable offense that can not only get the law involved, but possibly social services to prevent future harm from any other member of your family. Talking to a criminal lawyer as soon as possible is strongly advised when facing charges such as this, especially if your spouse has physical evidence of abuse. Click here to read more about spousal abuse / battery with injury.

Spousal Abuse / Battery Without Injury

A case of battery without injury simply means that a spouse suffered physical abuse but has no evidence of abuse or injuries. This offense is punishable as a simple domestic battery conviction - but there is nothing simple about the penalties. A person convicted of this offense faces up to a year of imprisonment and a fine up to $2,000. Click here to read more about battery without injury.

Child Endangerment

While child endangerment is a serious offense and a problem in the community, some cases are false allegations that can lead to harsh consequences if not properly defended by an attorney. If you have been accused of endangering your child, call us today. Click here to learn more about child endangerment.

Criminal Threats

In the heat of the moment, you may have said something that you regret - it happens to the best of us. Unfortunately, a person can face criminal charges for making threats against a person, especially a threat that can result in great bodily injury or death if carried out. Click here to read more about criminal threats.

Corporal Injury on a Child

As the formal term for child abuse, corporal injury on a child simply means causing physical, intentional injuries on a child, whether they are visible or internal damages. This offense, while not technically classified under domestic violence, holds serious consequences for those defendants who are found guilty. Click here to read more about corporal injury on a child.

Damaging Phone Line

According to the law, tampering with or damaging a phone line is a misdemeanor offense, as outlined in California Penal Code Section 591. Any unlawful or malicious action to remove, obstruct or harm a telephone, cable television or telegraph line is prosecuted as this offense. Click here to read more about damaging a phone line.

Intimidating a Witness or Victim

Making threats or intimidating a witness into not testifying or into keeping quiet is unlawful in the state of California. Furthermore, intimidating a witness is harshly prosecuted as well. If you have been accused of intimidation, call Superior Law Center today. Click here to read more about intimidating a witness or victim.

Probation Violations and Warrants

If you have recently violated your probation, you may have a warrant out for your arrest. Violating probation can sometimes include failing to check in with your probation officer or violating the law while on probation. Talking to an attorney is now in your best interests. Click here to read more about probation violations and warrants.

Restraining Orders

Have you been served a restraining order recently? This type of court order can have serious effects on your life, now and well into the future. It is important to comply with the rules stated on the restraining order and to immediately seek legal guidance to get this matter straightened out. Click here to read more about restraining orders.

Violating a Restraining Order

During the period that a restraining order is valid, you must remain further than a certain distance of the alleged victim. In some cases, the violation of a restraining order is the result of a simple misunderstanding, such as attending a gathering that you were unaware the alleged victim would be at. Click here to read more about violating a restraining order.

Expungements

If you have been convicted of a misdemeanor domestic violence offense, you may be eligible for an expungement, or a cleansing of your criminal record. After an expungement is complete and successful, you will be able to honestly say that you have never been convicted of a crime. Click here to read more about expungements.

Depending on the particular case, domestic violence may be charged as a misdemeanor or a felony and a defendant may face any of a number of serious penalties upon a conviction.

California Law Regarding Domestic Violence

There are various different laws governing domestic violence, battery and abuse in California, and which apply to your case may vary depending upon the particular incident as well as the extent of injury the victim sustained, and a number of other factors. California Penal Code Section 273.5 outlines the criminal offense of domestic violence causing serious injury and the potential penalties that may be enforced upon a conviction. This section also includes penalties for repeat offenders. Many offenders facing misdemeanor domestic violence charges face them under California Penal Code Section 243(e), which concerns the offense of "domestic battery" - involving the actual hitting or striking of another person.

You have the right to legal counsel if you've been accused of domestic violence. Contact a San Diego domestic violence attorney today to ensure your rights are protected!