 Seattle-Tacoma Attorneys: Domestic ViolenceIn Washington State, abuse of domestic violence charges is becoming a serious problem. People regularly come into our Seattle criminal defense law firm and tell our lawyers that they were upset when they called police—and did not actually have a reasonable fear of injury. They now want to see the domestic violence charges against their husbands, wives, or other household members dropped, but the police refuse. Our clients repeatedly tell us that our attorneys' practical and direct approach helped them get through criminal justice proceedings with dignity. Consequences of domestic violence (DV) chargesA few moments of confusion and stress, an angry phone call to police from a member of your household, and your life may be changed forever. Domestic violence, which can be added to charges of any kind, may mean you have to leave your home, limit your access to your children, make it difficult to rent an apartment, cause you to lose (for life) your right to carry a firearm, and may make it difficult to get a job. It is very important, as soon as you learn a complaint has been filed, or a no-contact order or domestic violence protection order has been issued, that you contact a lawyer and take measures to protect your rights. How our lawyers handle domestic violence casesOur attorneys work with the alleged victim to develop a relationship and encourage honest communication, have our client evaluated by a treatment agency we trust, and work with the prosecutor to see that all facts related to the case, including our client's behavior since the charges were filed, are considered. How does Washington State define domestic violence?Domestic violence is not in itself a crime—it refers to a threat, robbery, child abuse, spousal abuse, or other criminal act committed by one member of a household or family against another. Misdemeanor domestic violence offenses, heard in Seattle and Tacoma Municipal Courts:
Felony domestic violence offenses, heard in King County or Pierce County Superior Courts (State of WA):
Family or household members include persons:
Don't let a bad choice or misunderstanding ruin your lifeInvest in the services of a spousal abuse/domestic violence lawyer and protect your rights. Call toll free: 1-866-LAW-2345, or e-mail us as soon as possible and begin your defense today. Attorneys at our Kent, Washington, office defend adults and juveniles in the Seattle-Tacoma area and throughout the state. For information about other areas of our practice, see: The Law Offices of James Newton, PLLC |
