Phoenix Domestic Violence Defense Attorney
Charged with domestic violence in Phoenix?
There are few charges that can destroy your reputation faster than being accused of domestic violence. It can affect your relationships, your job, and if convicted, can change your life. In many cases, the penalty will include time in jail or prison as well as steep fines, community service and court-ordered treatment programs. If you have been arrested and charged with any such crime, it is critical that you immediately contact a
Phoenix domestic violence defense attorney to initiate the actions necessary to defend you.
Domestic violence charges could be based on accusations from a vindictive ex-spouse or partner, or family member. When this occurs the accused must defend themselves of the charge with the assistance of a skilled domestic violence lawyer. Attorney Anthony Knowles is a proven defense attorney that has assisted countless individual facing such charges to resolve the situation.
Domestic Violence Lawyer in Phoenix, Arizona
The legal team at the Knowles Law Firm can assist individuals charged with many different types of domestic violence charges, such as those pertaining to
harassment,
assault,
stalking, as well as
child abuse and
spousal abuse. At our firm, we are also able to help with those facing charges of
threatening & intimidation, as well as
order of protection violation.
When facing such a charge, it is crucial that your defense starts immediately after the arrest. In any criminal case, including domestic violence, the criminal defense lawyer can assist you more effectively by speaking with you immediately after the arrest, and definitely prior to answering questions from investigators or law enforcement personnel. When you answer questions without legal representation, you can create a situation in which you endanger your own case while nervous or upset. Law enforcement may treat you in a friendly manner, but be advised that under these circumstances, they are seeking statements that will help in your conviction.
Trusted Domestic Violence Defense Lawyer: Attorney Anthony Knowles
Attorney Anthony Knowles is a former law enforcement officer and is experienced on both sides of domestic violence cases. Police have restrictions when on a domestic violence call; if one of the individuals claims that they have been threatened or assaulted, or has suffered emotional abuse or physical abuse, law enforcement is required to make the arrest. If later the accuser recants and claims that the assault or domestic violence didn't really occur, only the prosecutor has the right to withdraw the charges, and they may choose to prosecute. This is designed to avoid the problem of victims of domestic violence being threatened in to withdrawing the charges.
The legal situation is extremely grim for anyone accused of domestic violence, whether spousal abuse, child abuse, elder abuse or abuse of another domestic partner. You will be required to prove your innocence to the court. It is strongly advised that you enlist the assistance of a skilled lawyer from the Knowles Law Firm. The criminal defense lawyer from the firm is an experienced negotiator and if it becomes necessary to fight to reduce the charges this skill may be a strong advantage for the client. There are cases that alternative sentencing could be negotiated and avoid jail time. Each case is individual and unique, and a full review of the circumstances of your case must be done without delay to advise you how to move forward with your defense.
Contact a Phoenix domestic violence defense attorney
from the Knowles Law Firm if you have been arrested and charged with a domestic violence offense in Phoenix.