San Diego Restraining Order Violation Lawyer

Defense for Violating a Restraining Order

Have you been accused of violating a restraining order? If so, you may be at risk of facing immediate arrest and serious criminal charges. It will be crucial to retain legal counsel from an experienced attorney as soon as possible.

A restraining order is a court order issued to offer an alleged victim of domestic violence, stalking or harassment protection from further contact or harm from a particular person named in the order. By prohibiting certain actions or possibly contact of any kind, the restraining order is meant to offer domestic violence and other victims of violence or harassment relief. In some cases the person named in a restraining order will not be able to contact the victim in any way and will not be able to come within a certain distance of the victim, the victim's home or the victim's place of employment.

Restraining Order Violations in San Diego County, California

Intentionally and knowingly violating a restraining order is a misdemeanor offense and may result in penalties of up to one year in prison and/or a fine of up to $1,000. Repeat violations will result in increased fines and a mandatory minimum term of imprisonment starting at 30 days. Violating a restraining order while out on probation or bail will likely result in the offender's arrest and placement back in police custody. If a person violates a restraining order and commits an offense such as assault or battery, stalking, or spousal abuse, this may result in felony charges and extremely harsh penalties.

A San Diego restraining order violation attorney can help ensure your rights are protected and that your side of the story is known in relation to your charges. You do have the right to legal counsel, and you must exercise this right if you are to have the opportunity to avoid the lifelong consequences of a conviction.

Contact Superior Law Center regarding your restraining order violation charges. We take on cases throughout all of San Diego County, California.