Domestic violence is a serious that can carry with it serious criminal charges. California domestic violence cases are especially complicated because it is not always the so-called victim’s choice of whether or not to pursue charges. Even when the alleged victim does not wish to press charges, it will be completely in the hands of the prosecuting attorney to make the judgment as to whether to go forward with a criminal case.
Domestic violence takes place when someone physically, sexually, or emotionally abuses another person, whether a spouse, ex-spouse, cohabitant, family member, girlfriend or boyfriend. Spousal abuse, spousal rape, child abuse, elder abuse, neglect, and child endangerment are all common types of domestic violence and can carry serious penalties for a person who is convicted.
The Inland Empire criminal lawyers at Rizio & Nelson can offer you a free consultation to help defend you against domestic violence charges. By speaking with a lawyer at our firm right away, we can investigate the conditions of the original accusation or police call and discover ways to negotiate with the prosecuting attorney so no formal charges are ever filed. When the criminal defense lawyers at Inland Empire are engaged at the beginning, this is a probability in some cases. The time, cost, and damage to your reputation that can be avoided by early intervention by a skilled attorney at Rizio & Nelson are significant.
The Inland Empire criminal defense attorneys at Rizio & Nelson can assist when you are accused of domestic violence or if a restraining order filed against you. With the aid of a criminal defense attorney at our firm, we can attempt to get the restraining order lifted so you can return home and get back in touch with your loved ones. The areas of practice our defense lawyers deal with include (but are not limited to):
 Restraining orders
Orders of protection
Child abuse
Spousal abuse
Domestic violence
When a person is convicted of the criminal act of domestic violence in the Inland Empire, harsh punishments are the result. Domestic violence, depending upon the situation, can be charged as a misdemeanor or felony offense. If charged as a felony, penalties include:
Up to 4 years in state prison
A fine of up to $6,000
Domestic violence against a minor will include a state prison term of up to 6 years, along with hefty fines.
Do not let your chance to mount a defense and be reunited with your loved ones pass you by. Contact a skilled and knowledgeable attorney at the Law Offices of Rizio & Nelson for your free initial consultation right away.
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