Domestic disturbances are the number one reason police officers are called to a residence. When charges are filed, these cases can be difficult for the prosecution to prove because it’s typically a he said she said case.
No matter who said what, the bottom line is that these cases can ruin a person’s credibility or worse. Having an assault or family violence arrest or conviction on your record can be very difficult to overcome. That’s why it’s best to do everything you can before pleading guilty to one of these crimes.
We will make sure to protect your rights and liberties in this type of case. It’s important to carefully review the evidence and make sure to speak with all witnesses who saw the encounter. “He started it” doesn’t mean “he’s guilty.”