Domestic Violence Defense Attorney

What is domestic violence? Domestic Violence is a violent confrontation between family or household members involving physical harm, sexual assault, or fear of physical harm. Family or household members include spouses / former spouses, those in (or formerly in) a dating relationship, adults related by blood or marriage, and those who have a biological or legal parent-child relationship. Accusations of domestic violence can affect more than just your family life. Allegations of domestic violence can destroy your reputation, limit your ability to obtain quality employment, and even prevent you from continuing to live with or near your family. While various types of assault charges do account for a large percentage of domestic violence charges, criminal allegations involving allegations of actual or attempted domestic violence entail much more than just assault charges. Domestic violence allegations are routinely a part of many other criminal charges, such as murder, rape (sexual assault), stalking, and burglary. Burglary can be defined as an unlawful entry into a place where people live with the intent to commit a crime (i.e., any crime involving domestic violence). In some instances, such as an assault charge, an allegation that the victim of the assault was a family member or someone with whom there was a dating relationship can actually increase the level of the crime and possible punishment. Even if there is not a specific legal enhancement, law enforcement officers, prosecutors, and judges invariably take much more stringent and detrimental positions regarding charges, plea-bargaining, and punishments where there is any mention or indication of domestic violence.

Law enforcement agencies have specially-trained "domestic violence" officers and detectives. Most large district attorney offices have specially-trained teams of "domestic violence" prosecutors who only handle cases involving allegations of domestic violence. Virtually all sizeable counties have special courts that handle only "domestic violence" cases. Law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, and courts have all figured out that criminal charges involving domestic violence are unique. When you or a loved one are facing criminal charges involving domestic violence, you need an experienced domestic violence criminal defense attorney that understands the unique intricacies of these types of cases. At the Law Offices of Roderick C. White we understand the unique nature of domestic violence cases and take an experienced and aggressive approach to their defense. We have successfully defended clients in virtually every type of domestic violence criminal charge there is. We can successfully defend you or your loved one as well. If you, a friend, family member, or loved one has been, or may be, accused of any type of domestic violence crime we will help you understand the charges, possible defenses, the legal system, and your rights. For aggressive representation from an experienced domestic violence attorney, contact us today to schedule a free initial consultation. We have the skill, knowledge, and experience to help!