Domestic Violence Attorney in San Diego
Facing domestic violence charges?
California law is particularly strict when it comes to domestic violence. Law enforcement is extremely proactive in cases where domestic violence is possible. Even if an act of physical violence has not yet occurred, an arrest will often still be made. These charges can involve your spouse, roommate, family member, domestic partner, boyfriend or girlfriend. If you have been arrested and charged with domestic violence, you need to contact a San Diego domestic violence attorney immediately . The Law Office of Marc S. Kohnen has a history of success in the defense of clients in domestic violence cases.
San Diego Domestic Violence Attorney
Did you know that even if the victim of the alleged domestic violence does not wish to press charges, the state will still bring the charges on you? This makes California a very tough place when it comes to domestic violence charges. If you have been arrested for domestic violence or spousal abuse or other such charge, you need to talk to a criminal defense attorney from the firm. You will actually speak to an attorney, not an administrative assistant. You need real legal advice and you need it quickly. There is a free case evaluation that the attorney can offer you and answer your initial questions about what your options are. Often there is something that can be done to assist you in avoiding jail time, fines and treatment programs that may be mandated.Some of the common types of domestic violence that attorney Marc S. Kohnen has defended successfully include:
- Battery against Spouse, Cohabitant, or Fellow Parent, Penal Code 243(e)
- Inflicting Injury on Spouse, Penal Code 273.5
- Child Abuse / Neglect, Penal Code 273
- Stalking, Penal Code 646.9
- Violation of Restraining Orders, Penal Code 166
- Criminal Threats, Penal Code 422
- Elder Abuse, Penal Code 368
As an arrest for domestic violence can be made with very little, if any evidence, you are in a position where you can more easily be charged falsely. An argument with a spouse or other partner can escalate, unfortunately, and in a vindictive manner law enforcement can be called. If you have a domestic violence charge against you, this is a very serious matter. The court system is not going to be treating you with kindness and understanding. They want to convict you of the crime. You need someone to protect your rights who knows how the system works and what legal options you actually have. Contact attorney Marc S. Kohnen immediately if you have been charged with domestic violence, or are under investigation. The firm is ready to vigorously defend your rights.
Contact a San Diego domestic violence attorney from The Law Office of Marc S. Kohnen if you have been arrested and charged with domestic violence. The attorney will aggressively defend your rights.