The Negative Consequences of a Domestic Violence Conviction

In the Los Angeles area, there is a zero tolerance for domestic violence. Law enforcement spends quite a bit of time on the job answering domestic dispute calls and many who are charged with domestic violence wind up being convicted, condemned to endure the harsh consequences. Domestic violence can be defined as physical abuse against a partner (married or unmarried) or a cohabitant.

One or both partners can be arrested in a domestic violence dispute and face possible jail time. It does occur that innocent people sometimes get accused and arrested as a result of one partner seeking revenge or trying to manipulate the other through false allegations. Law enforcement, prosecutors, and the courts tend to be more partial to the victim who does the accusing and for this reason, legal advice is vitally necessary for anyone charged of domestic violence.

The Consequences You Could Face

In many domestic violence cases  protective orders are obtained and this can bar you from continuing to live in the house, see children, see their spouse and more. Domestic violence cases are sometimes charged as felonies and this can affect your future employment, financial and housing opportunities long into the future. If you are convicted of domestic violence, you are subject to the following penalties:

• Monetary fines
• Imprisonment
• Community Service
• Anger Management Classes

Legal Advice is Important

If you have been accused or formally charged with domestic violence in the Los Angeles area, you should contact a  Los Angeles domestic violence attorney as quickly as possible to protect your rights. At Tyler & Wilson, we are dedicated to helping those in trouble with domestic violence charges and related matters. We are aggressive in our approach and can create a defense strategy to negotiate a reduction of the charges or an altogether dismissal. Your rights, freedom and future are stake; don't leave these up to chance. 

Contact a Los Angeles domestic violence lawyer in our office for a free consultation and we will go over the details of the charges being brought against you.