It is a common misperception that, if the alleged victim in a domestic violence or spousal abuse case asks that the charges be dropped, the case will be dismissed. In fact, once the police arrive pursuant to a domestic violence or spousal abuse call, the decision about whether there will be an arrest is not made by the parties. If the police see visible injuries, they will make an arrest. The police department does not want to face media accusations that they failed to take appropriate preventive measures. The alleged domestic violence victim becomes a witness at that point, and it is now up to the prosecutor to determine if charges will be brought.
Experienced California Domestic Abuse Attorneys
It is important for anyone accused of domestic abuse or domestic violence to contact an attorney immediately. Once filed, domestic violence charges can have life changing consequences.
At the Law Office of John R. Fielding, Jr. & Associates in San Diego, we aggressively protect the rights and freedom of our clients who have been accused of domestic abuse or domestic violence. With combined experience of over 30 years practicing criminal law, our domestic violence defense lawyers know the domestic violence laws, the prosecutors' strategies, and the best ways to defend a domestic violence or abuse case. We also assist with Temporary Restraining Orders that are often associated with these charges. We recognize that many domestic violence and domestic abuse complaints are made by angry spouses during bitter divorce or custody battles, and we work closely with family law attorneys to prevent the criminal justice system from becoming an angry spouse's weapon in family court.
If you have been accused of domestic violence or domestic abuse, please contact our domestic abuse lawyers. Our law office is conveniently located in downtown San Diego, California, across the street from the court house.
