Domestic Violence
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Seattle Domestic Violence Defense Lawyer Domestic violence is a huge problem. It's ridiculously easy to file a domestic violence complaint, and almost impossible to prevent a prosecution once a complaint has been made. In many cases, people who have been accused of domestic violence in the past have learned how easy it is to file a domestic violence charge against their roommates –- just pick up the phone and dial 911 -- and they use this as a weapon to have innocent people arrested for domestic violence. Seattle domestic violence defense attorney Robert Perez has the experience and knowledge that it takes to fight this type of charge. Contact Law Office of Robert Perez to schedule your free initial consultation. Domestic violence charges are so common that the state has created dedicated resources to handle them. Spousal abuse and battery are easy to claim, and once police have arrived on a domestic violence call for which physical abuse was reported, they’re often required to make an arrest and hold you without bail. Don't assume that because your spouse has decided to change her testimony that you are going to be able to walk away from this. Prosecutors are familiar with the recanting spouse syndrome and will charge ahead even with a victim who changes her mind and says it never happened. What happens to the case is up to the prosecutor, not the victim. The victim has no control over whether a case is charged or prosecuted; they’re just witnesses who can be hauled into court against their will. The United Supreme Court has recently ruled that the 911 calls made by the accuser can be introduced into evidence, even if the accuser doesn’t show up in court for trial. Note also that assault, burglary, and malicious mischief can also be charged as domestic violence. The "DV" (Domestic Violence) designation adds a serious set of penalties and consequences to any crime charged. Don't take a DV case lightly: it can result in loss of rights far beyond what you might think possible. Violent crimes are serious. Take them seriously by hiring a senior Seattle domestic violence defense lawyer with the experience and knowledge it takes to fight these cases. Contact the Law Office of Robert Perez. The Law Office of Robert Perez serves clients in Seattle, Washington, and throughout the greater Seattle-Eastside Metro area, including Bellevue, Redmond, Kirkland, Issaquah, Sammamish, Tacoma, Renton, Kent, Auburn, Puget Sound, SeaTac, Federal Way, Puyallup, Everett, Lynnwood, Bothell, Marysville, Tukwila, Burien, King County, Pierce County, and Snohomish County. Free Initial Consultation • We Accept Credit Cards Law Office of Robert Perez |
