Domestic Violence Attorney in Redwood City
Experienced Defense Lawyer Serving San Jose & Walnut Creek
If you have been arrested for domestic violence, or if you are under investigation for domestic violence, it is imperative that you immediately retain the representation of an experienced legal representative from Nicholson Law Offices.
At our firm, we are proud to offer 20 years of experience handling complex domestic violence cases. We are committed to offering personalized and aggressive assistance to our clients, and you can be confident that your future is in good hands when you retain our firm.
Schedule your free consultation by calling 650-727-9700 or filling out an online form!
Why Choose Us?
When you choose to work with a Redwood City domestic violence lawyer from our team, we will take the time to get to know you and your case, review all situations and police reports leading up to your arrest, and develop an individualized strategy that can help protect your rights and family. At Nicholson Law Offices we represent clients throughout San Jose, Walnut Creek, and Northern California.
When you work with Nicholson Law Offices, you can benefit from all of the following:
- Payment plans
- One-on-one assistance from Attorney Nicholson
- Committed, hands-on guidance
- Day, evening, and weekend appointments
- Aggressive & personalized representation
Experience the Difference of Working with Our Firm
If you have been arrested and your future is on the line, you need to contact Nicholson Law Offices and speak with an attorney from our team right away. Unlike other firms in the area, we are committed to protecting our clients through focused, skillful legal counsel.
If you find yourself facing any of the following complications or charges, do not hesitate to contact Nicholson Law Offices:
- Disorderly conduct
- Stalking & Trespassing
- Assault & Corporal injury on a spouse
- Threatening and intimidating
- Restraining orders
- Harassment
- Domestic battery
- Child Endangerment & Kidnapping
We have been recognized as domestic violence leaders in our field and we have extensive experience handling cases both in and out of court. In order to protect yourself and your future, contact Nicholson Law Offices in Redwood City today by completing an online case evaluation form. Once the form has been submitted, a representative from our team will be in touch with your shortly. There is a limited amount of time that you have before the prosecution takes action, so work with Nicholson Law Offices now!
Penalties for Domestic Violence Charges
Domestic violence charges can carry serious consequences. Also referred to as domestic battery, it is considered a misdemeanor in California. If you have been accused of domestic violence, you could be facing probation, up to a year in jail, thousands of dollars in fines, and other penalties. The court may also decide to issue a protective order against you to protect the alleged victim from having contact with you. If you violate this order, you be dealing with increased penalties. This order can be made effective for up to 10 years.
CA Penal Code 243(e)(1) directly lays out the laws regarding domestic battery, also known as domestic violence. Battery itself is defined in Penal Code 242, when a domestic relationship is involved in the crime, it becomes a crime under Penal Code 243(e)(1). Domestic battery is defined as a willful, unlawful touching that is harmful or offensive, committed against a spouse/partner, child, fiancé, cohabitant, relative, or any other intimate or domestic relationship.
Ready to discuss your case? Contact our firm today for aggressive and seasoned counsel.