Get legal help for your defense against domestic violence charges in Gordon Heights from Roche Law Group.
Domestic violence cases often tend to be complex and delicate. Officers responding to calls are trained to take the accused into custody even if they have doubts, reservations, or concerns about the allegation or the situation in general whenever there is any allegation of violence.
Once 911 is called and an arrest is made the aggrieved party cannot simply “drop the case”. Even when the aggrieved party recants their accusations, after the fact, the officers and the prosecutors may still choose to go through with the case despite the alleged victim asking to “drop the case”.
This is where our domestic violence attorney in Gordon Heights can be of service. Olivier E. Roche is highly experienced in these matters. He will help to make sure the cards aren’t stacked against you.
What does a Domestic Violence charge entail?
Once a criminal act has been done or even threatened by a member of a family or household against another member of the same family or household, it can be considered domestic violence in the state of New York. Here are some examples of criminal acts that may be involved in these cases.
- Threats
- Strangulation/Criminal Obstruction of Breathing or Circulation
- Stalking
- Sexual Abuse/Sexual Misconduct/Forcible Touching
- Reckless Endangerment
- Menacing
- Intimidation
- Identity Theft
- Harassment
- Grand Larceny
- Disorderly Conduct
- Criminal Mischief
- Coercion
- Assault
- Aggravated Harassment
The domestic violence charges can either be considered felonies or misdemeanors depending mostly on the facts of the case.
Misdemeanor charges usually have a maximum penalty of one year in prison. They also involve an order of protection that can last up to five years. Unlike misdemeanors, felonies usually involve longer sentences and orders of protection.
Who is covered in Domestic Violence cases?
Here are members of families and households that are referred to in domestic violence cases:
- Grandparents and grandchildren
- Parents and children
- Parents and stepchildren
- People who are over the age of 16 and who have resided together
- People who are presently or formerly married
- People who have had children together, including adopted children
- People who have been in an intimate relationship
If the specific case you are concerned about doesn’t involve the relationships mentioned above, don’t hesitate to reach out to our DV lawyers in Gordon Heights for additional information and clarifications.
False Domestic Violence Accusations
Since arrests based on domestic violence accusations do not require evidence of violence (such cuts and bruises), the number of false accusations has been increasing. Verbal abuse or even simply the threat of violence is enough for officers to take accused parties into custody.
Unfortunately, this makes the law easy to abuse. Some spouses falsely accuse their partners just for revenge or retaliation. In these cases, other legal disputes like divorce and child custody may hang in the balance.
Your Domestic Violence Lawyer in Gordon Heights, NY
We at Roche Law Group are strong believers that whatever the charges an accused is facing, they still have the right to a fair trial and expert representation.
Give us a call at (516) 399-0233
Send us an email at: Rochelawgroup@gmail.com
Or Visit us at: ROCHE LAW GROUP, P.C., 2780 Middle Country Road Ste 208, Lake Grove, New York 11755
Roche Law Group’s Olivier E. Roche, Esq. has had experiences in both sides of the justice system, coming from a prosecutor background. His unique insights may just be what you need to help you win your case.
