Salinas Domestic Violence Attorney
Put 150+ Years of Experience on Your Side - Call (831) 704-1852
If you are facing domestic violence charges, call an experienced defense
lawyer who can explain your options for resolving the case. Contact The
Worthington Law Centre in Salinas or San Francisco for a free consultation.
Our understanding of California domestic violence law and your due process rights can protect you not only from the risk of a criminal conviction but also from the burdens of criminal restraining orders that can be issued while charges of domestic assault or family violence are pending against you.
Facing charges for domestic violence? Contact us at (831) 704-1852 to consult with a knowledgeable lawyer.
What is Domestic Violence in California?
Under California Law, domestic violence is defined as abuse that is committed against an intimate partner. Abuse is committed when a person recklessly or intentional uses physical force or threatens the use of physical force against an intimate partner.
Penalties for Domestic Violence
In the state of California, a domestic violence conviction can result in stiff penalties. Some possible penalties include:
- Jail time
- Victim restitution
- Fines
- Loss of child custody
- Loss of gun rights
- Permanent criminal record
- Mandatory participation in a batterers’ program
If you are facing charges for domestic violence, our Salinas domestic violence lawyer has the experience needed to craft an effective defense for your case.
Cases We Handle
In many cases, a domestic violence arrest and formal investigation by the District Attorney’s Office might occur days or weeks before formal criminal charges are filed. Our lawyers have the experience necessary to take full advantage of the opportunity to engage with the prosecution before the District Attorney’s office becomes committed to a specific set of charges.
Our defense attorneys handle such domestic violence situations as the following:
- Misdemeanor or felony assault charges
- Violations of criminal restraining orders
- Probation violations or domestic violence allegations filed during a period of pretrial release
- Criminal harassment or stalking cases
- Domestic violence cases related to investigations initiated by a mandated reporter such as a teacher, nurse, or social worker
- Threats or harassment charges against people incarcerated in jail or prison
We also manage your case to minimize the possibility that a domestic violence conviction might affect your career, professional license, child custody situation, or immigration status.
Enlist Help From a Salinas Domestic Violence Attorney
For more information about our resourceful and proactive approach to domestic violence defense, contact The Worthington Law Centre in Salinas or San Francisco.
