Bay Area Domestic Assault and Family Violence Defense
Few criminal defense problems are as complex or emotionally charged as domestic violence charges. To learn about how we can help you resolve domestic assault or battery charges on favorable terms, contact a lawyer at the Walnut Creek office of O'Malley & McKenna.
We represent people of all ages, adults and juveniles, who face criminal problems with domestic violence in such situations as the following:
- Arrests at home for domestic assault involving any visible sign of injury
- Violation of a domestic violence restraining order through contact with the person protected, including phone calls, e-mails, or harassing or stalking behavior
- Failure to comply with the child support or maintenance obligations set forth in a domestic violence restraining order
A charge of domestic assault, whether originated by an arresting officer or by a partner or family member, can lead to a wide range of problems outside the risk of a misdemeanor or felony conviction. You can lose your right to own or possess a firearm while the restraining order is in effect. You will be severely disadvantaged in any present or future family court child custody or visitation disputes. Depending on your occupation, you may encounter trouble with state licensing authorities.
Our experience with domestic violence issues enables us to address the full range of personal, professional and legal consequences that you might face if arrested for assault or violation of a restraining order. For example, we can defend you in professional license suspension or discipline proceedings while we work to resolve the criminal charges.
To learn more about our ability to help you mount an effective defense to domestic violence charges, contact a knowledgeable attorney at the Law Office of O'Malley & McKenna for a free consultation.
Serving clients in Contra Costa County and the San Francisco Bay Area
