Defending Against Charges of Domestic Violence
When what starts as a minor altercation leads to you being arrested for domestic violence, you have the right to enlist an experienced attorney to fight the charges. At Pearson & Paris, P.C., we have more than 50 years of combined experience. Perhaps more importantly, our top criminal defense attorney is a former senior prosecutor. He knows how district attorneys approach domestic violence cases. We leverage that knowledge to your advantage, whether it is in negotiations or in trial.
Call us at 303-872-4719 in the greater Denver area or toll free at 888-725-2609 across Colorado for a free initial consultation.
The Approach Used by Prosecutors
Domestic violence charges are taken very seriously, in the fact that police are required to make an arrest when they are called to the scene and believe an act of domestic violence has occurred. Prosecutors take these matters so seriously that they will often dig through your personal history in order to look for anything else that shows that this is a trend. If they find anything, they may use it against you. Misdemeanors can be upgraded to felonies. Sentences can become harsher. We know this approach and we know how to fight it.
The Impact of a Domestic Violence Conviction
Domestic violence charges can result in immediate complications. You may find yourself on the wrong end of a restraining/protection order that keeps you out of your house and away from your family. This can be just the start.
Technically, domestic violence is not a criminal charge, it is a sentence enhancer attached to another charge, such as assault or harassment. If a charge that is enhanced with domestic violence results in a conviction, that conviction becomes even more serious. A domestic violence conviction will involve costly domestic violence classes and will result in the loss of your right to own a firearm. A conviction will also carry with it a stigma that could impact employment opportunities and other prospects. Our lawyers are prepared to fight these charges and protect you from the impact that would come with a conviction.
Call us at 303-872-4719 in the greater Denver area or toll free across Colorado at 888-725-2609 for a free initial consultation.