Northern California Domestic Violence Defense Lawyer

San Jose Criminal Defense Attorney

Domestic violence occurs when someone physically or psychologically tries to dominate, or abuses, a family member, partner or ex-partner. Domestic violence includes physical assault (hitting, pushing, shoving, etc.), sexual abuse (unwanted or forced sexual activity), and stalking. Domestic violence most often refers to violence between spouses, but it may also include cohabitants and non-married intimate partners. Other areas of domestic violence include:

• Domestic abuse
• Spousal abuse
• Child abuse
• Elder abuse

Domestic violence is a very serious crime and can result in imprisonment, counseling, a restraining order, parole, probation and the loss of custody of your children. Being accused of domestic violence is very serious.  At the Law Offices of Thomas F. Mueller we have almost forty years experience and our criminal defense attorneys will do everything in their power to defend your domestic violence case.  Our staff will work with you and keep you informed of every aspect of your case. It may also be possible to get counseling instead of jail time or even have the charges lowered or dismissed altogether. 

Domestic Violence Cases in California

In domestic violence cases control is usually the issue – one person seeks to control another. Domestic violence often goes unreported to law enforcement and results in thousands of homicides each year. Due to this and the amount of attention domestic violence cases receive from the media and political groups, California law governing domestic violence is strict and severe. For instance, even if the person who initially claims he or she is being abused decides not to press charges, the district attorney can take over and press charges anyway.

Domestic violence is a very serious crime that carries harsh penalties in California. It is very important that you retain an experienced lawyer who will provide the best defense for your case and protect your constitutional rights. 

Have you been accused of domestic violence in Northern California? Contact us today!