Domestic Violence charges are not uncommon in the state of Arizona. Once a domestic violence accusation is made, police officers are sent to investigate the claims. They will take statements and record evidence defending the claims of domestic violence. In these interactions, police officers can sometimes come to the wrong conclusion and charge the wrong individual.
If you have received a domestic violence charge in Arizona, it is important that you consult with a domestic violence attorney. When working with our law firm, you will have an experienced attorney who is approachable, accommodating and affordable. We offer free consultations to help you determine what your next steps need to be.
Domestic violence is an allegation that can be added onto other crimes that mandate stuff penalties. An example of some of the underlying crimes that can have an added domestic violence allegation are:
A domestic violence allegation can be added to one of these crimes when the domestic relationship includes; romantic partners, spouses, family members, relatives and roommates.
When you are facing a domestic violence charge, you could be facing probation, jail time, prison time and fines if convicted. If convicted, you could also be facing mandatory domestic violence treatment, loss of gun rights, custody and divorce implications, and a permanent record of violence. The specific penalties you may be facing with your charge will depend on the underlying crime that the domestic violence charge is added on to. That is why it is important to consult with an experienced criminal defense attorney to understand the battle you face ahead.
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