Month: October 2022 Archives

Many couples argue in relationships, but not all arguments are considered domestic violence in California. Sometimes, law enforcement arrests someone to break up an argument and prevent domestic violence from occurring. This is especially true when neighbors or other third parties call the police to report concerns about violence. You might wonder when a heated argument crosses the line to domestic violence. Many innocent people find themselves charged with domestic violence when they have only argued with their partner. If you have been arrested and charged with domestic violence after a heated argument, it’s best to contact a criminal defense attorney who can advocate for you. Below, we take a closer look at California’s domestic violence laws to give you…

Victims of domestic violence are sometimes forced to defend themselves if their partner attacks them or their children. In many cases, victims of domestic violence have legal justification to cause harm in the name of self-defense, even if their actions would normally be considered a crime. However, these cases are not always simple to prove, making it especially important that victims of domestic violence hire a criminal defense lawyer to advocate for them and protect their rights. If you are a victim of domestic violence who has been arrested or charged with a crime after defending yourself from your partner, you have rights and deserve support. An experienced criminal defense lawyer like those at Dod Law, APC can review the…