Have you been falsely accused of abusing a family member or partner? What a tough situation. You might feel like all hope is lost, and be tempted to just accept the charges—but there’s no reason to do that.
The most important thing you can do right away is to make sure you take any domestic violence charges against you very seriously. The state of California allows for harsh penalties on domestic violence cases, and prosecutors will often continue to press charges even if the alleged victim recants their testimony and declines to press charges.
There are many actions that could be considered domestic violence crimes, including:
- Corporal injury to a spouse or cohabitant
- Domestic battery
- Child abuse
- Child endangerment
- Elder abuse
- Sexual abuse
- Financial abuse
- Harassment and threats of violence
- And more.
If you’re not sure about whether your actions should be considered domestic violence by the California court system, make sure you schedule an appointment with Attorney Torrence L. Howell as soon as possible to discuss your situation. He is Southern California’s forefront domestic violence attorney. He will know exactly how to disprove the accusations against you if they are false, and will carefully look for any holes in the prosecution’s arguments on your behalf. Call (909) 920-0908, email info@torrencelhowelllaw.com, or click “Send your Message” at the top right of this page to schedule a free, confidential consultation today.
Dire consequences
If a conviction is issued from the California court, potential penalties for domestic violence can be incredibly severe. Depending on the circumstances of the case, a domestic violence charge could be a misdemeanor or felony, and penalties also vary based on the circumstances and severity of damage caused. If only one instance of abuse occurred, penalties will likely be less harsh than if the abuse went on for many months or years. It all depends on how the judge who decides your case interprets your situation and the Californian laws that pertain to it. For specific information about what sentence you could receive if you are convicted of a domestic violence crime, contact Attorney Howell for a free consultation at (909) 920-0908, info@torrencelhowelllaw.com, or by using the “Free Case Evaluation” button” at the top of this page.
Effective defense strategies
Attorney Howell has successfully represented clients in domestic violence cases many times over his decades-long career. He’s seen many instances where an accusation was levied on someone that was completely false. Sometimes the accuser will be motivated by a desire to injure the alleged abuser’s reputation, put him or her at a disadvantage in divorce or child custody proceedings, or may have another motive entirely. Your defense attorney, Torrence L. Howell, will work tirelessly to disprove the domestic violence accusations and get the charges against you dismissed.
Call (909) 920-0908, email info@torrencelhowelllaw.com or send us an online message to get personalized advice about defending yourself against domestic violence charges. And remember—hope is never lost when Attorney Howell is representing you!
