Criminal Defense for Domestic Violence Charges
We know there are two sides to every story. Unfortunately, when a spouse or partner calls the police because of a heated argument or physical confrontation, the police will generally talk to the party who made the call, and accept his or her version of the story. More often than not, the woman makes the call. Even if she makes it clear to the police that she does not want her spouse or partner arrested, someone is going to jail nearly 100 percent of the time, often without even being given the opportunity to tell his or her side of the story. It doesn't mean you did anything wrong. It certainly doesn't mean you are guilty of a crime of domestic violence.
At Dunn & Stockmann LLO, we are dedicated to providing an aggressive defense and making sure that your side of the story is told convincingly.
Once The Case Is Filed, All Bets Are Off
When the police investigate a domestic violence allegation, they write their findings in police reports. Those reports go to the prosecuting attorney. If the prosecutor feels there is sufficient evidence, and files formal charges in court, those charges are very unlikely to be dismissed until they are resolved at trial. Even if the complaining spouse or partner contacts the prosecutor and asks that the charges be dismissed, it will not happen.
Don't count on your spouse or partner's ability to persuade the prosecutor to dismiss the case. It is the prosecutor's decision whether or not to proceed, and they always do. You need skilled, experienced representation to avoid a domestic violence conviction that could affect:
- Your ability to obtain custody or visitation of your children
- Your current employment and your future ability to get a different job, a promotion or security clearance
- Your right to purchase or possess a firearm
- Your liberty - convictions for crimes of domestic violence can result in lengthy jail or prison sentences
Domestic Violence Defense Options
At our law firm, we are skilled criminal defense lawyers with experience representing men and women accused of crimes of domestic violence. Many allegations of domestic violence are genuine and have a basis in fact. Experience tells us, however, that many of these allegations are made for no reason other than to improperly use the criminal justice system to:
- Control/Manipulate a spouse or partner
- Try and obtain financial or other benefit from a spouse or partner under threat of criminal prosecution
- Get revenge for a real or perceived act of infidelity or a bitter break-up
- Try and gain an advantage in a divorce, custody or related proceeding
At Dunn & Stockmann, we have years of prosecutorial and defense experience in domestic violence law. We quickly identify those cases that are based on false or exaggerated allegations and that have been filed for improper reasons. Your side of the story will be told, and told convincingly.
Dunn & Stockmann LLO — Tough Defense and Superior Service
At Dunn & Stockmann LLO, we offer a high degree of personal service for our clients. We also consider ourselves tough courtroom litigators. If you were arrested for a domestic violence misdemeanor or felony, please call our law office at 402-346-7367 or send us an e-mail to set up an appointment with one of our attorneys.
