Domestic Violence
Atlanta Domestic Violence Defense Lawyer
Domestic violence charges are a serious matter. Often, these charges and arrests come about as unintended consequenses from simple disputes. In fact, there are a significant number of cases in which the accuser tries to withdraw their allegations later and discovers that the prosecutor is the only one that can dismiss the case.
This is a problem in many cases, as the individual making the accusation may have exaggerated the situation due to anger, or may have been partially responsible. Many cases of domestic violence charges come about through a domestic disturbance call to law enforcement during an argument between any two “cohabitants”.
When the police arrive on the scene, they evaluate the situation, including whether harm has been inflicted on one or both of the individuals, and act accordingly. If one of the individuals claims to be a victim of domestic violence, law enforcement has little option other than to arrest the accused individual. In some cases both parties may be arrested.
In any domestic violence case, it is crucial that you act quickly and contact a domestic violence defense lawyer.
Domestic Violence Defense Attorney in Atlanta
Defending these charges on your own can be almost impossible, particularly when there are two conflicting stories about the incident. It is critical to have strong legal representation from the Law Offices of Vernon Smith. We have successfully defended hundreds of individuals charged with domestic violence, whether misdemeanor or felony, and we will aggressively defend your rights.
Do not answer questions about the incident if you are read your rights and are now being interrogated by police or other investigator. Request an attorney and call (770) 471-4040 without delay.
Whether the case involves a spouse, ex-spouse, girlfriend, boyfriend, cohabitant, domestic partner, roommate or any other person you live with, when domestic violence is the charge, you are in danger of being convicted and put in jail or prison, depending upon the details of the case.
Contact the Law Offices of Vernon Smith if you have been arrested and charged with domestic violence. Call (770) 471-4040 today.
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