In New York, cases of domestic violence are not taken lightly. Even if there are doubts over the accusation and no evidence of violence (i.e. cuts, bruises or property damage). In these circumstances, an accused can still be arrested and taken into custody.
In New York, cases of domestic violence are not taken lightly. In fact, law enforcement officers may arrest the accused, even if there are doubts over the accusations. No evidence of violence, like cuts and bruises, is needed to take the accused party into custody.
If you have been accused of domestic violence in Wheatley Heights, call our attorney as soon as possible. Olivier E. Roche, Esq. will come to your defense and advocate for your rights.
Ensure you have an experienced and assertive lawyer on your side.
Learn Your Legal Options
Domestic violence is defined as a situation where a household member threatens to or commits violence against another member.
Keep in mind that, as an accused, you still have rights, including the right to a speedy, fair, and public trial, the right to be informed of your charges, and the right against self-incrimination. You are presumed innocent until proven guilty, and you are entitled to work with a DV attorney who will fight for your rights.
DV Cases in New York
DV cases are not limited to violence against spouses; domestic violence laws also involve:
- Parents and children
- Grandparents and grandchildren
- Parents and stepchildren
- People in an intimate relationship
- People who were formerly married
- People who have children together, including adopted children
Even if your case doesn’t involve any of the persons mentioned above, don’t hesitate to consult our DV lawyer. Our law firm handles cases in various areas of the law.
Misdemeanor vs. Felony
DV charges could either be a misdemeanor or felony, depending on the case.
- Misdemeanors carry a maximum penalty of one year in jail and an order of protection effective for five years
- Felonies carry longer sentences and orders of protection
Regardless of your charges, Olivier E. Roche, Esq. will defend you aggressively. If needed, your attorney will pursue motions to suppress and motions to dismiss the charges.
False Accusations
If you believe that you are the subject of false domestic violence accusations, discuss it with our attorney.
Since arrests do not require evidence of violence, it is possible for alleged victims to falsely accuse one party, especially if the alleged victim is motivated by revenge. Divorce or child custody cases could also fuel false accusations.
Get an Assertive Attorney
Experienced Prosecutor
Olivier E. Roche, Esq. is a criminal defense attorney, but he’s also an experienced prosecutor. He knows both sides of the justice system. In Wheatley Heights DV cases, our attorney can predict the actions of the other party and use them to build your defense.
Thorough Review
Our domestic assault lawyer listens carefully to your side of the story and conducts an extensive investigation to get to the bottom of things. Then, he creates a solid and tailored defense strategy to protect your freedom.
Involved in Your Case
When discussing the case, you speak directly with our lawyer, not any other member of the team. He appears and defends you in court.
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Get a free 15-minute consultation with our lawyer. Let’s discuss your DV case.
