San Diego Domestic Violence Defense Attorney

Child Endangerment

Although most people associate domestic violence with acts that a person willfully commits on another, a defendant may face child endangerment charges for allowing a child to suffer injury due to domestic abuse. In this way, the perpetrator as well as the other parent or family member who willingly allows injury to occur may be held accountable and face criminal charges. At Superior Law Center, we are experienced in handling criminal cases related to child endangerment and any form of child abuse or neglect. A San Diego domestic violence defense attorney at our offices can offer you a confidential consultation to talk about your case and legal rights in this important matter.

A defendant may face child endangerment charges under California Penal Code Section 273a. It may be charged as a misdemeanor or a felony, depending on the specific circumstances of the alleged offense. Child endangerment may be defined as willfully and intentionally:

• Inflicting or allowing another person to inflict pain or mental suffering on a child;
• Allowing a child's health to be endangered;
• Allowing a child to be injured; or
• Causing or allowing a child to be in a situation where his or her health or safety may be in danger.

Accused of child endangerment? Contact a San Diego defense lawyer today.

If you have been accused of child endangerment, you may be at risk not only of facing imprisonment in jail or prison if you are convicted but may also be in danger of losing custody of your child or children. Child endangerment charges may also affect your current custody or visitation arrangement if you are divorced. You may face a ruined reputation and various other consequences, all impacting virtually every area of your life.

Make sure you do not leave your future at risk. Contact a San Diego Child Endangerment Defense Lawyer at our law firm for the aggressive defense counsel you need in the face of these allegations or charges.