In many cases, a protective order will be sought or quickly issued, making early consultation with a New York City domestic violence defense lawyer a critical first step for anyone facing allegations involving family violence.
Domestic violence charges in New York City can be filed in a number of scenarios, including allegations of threats or violence against:
- Individuals who are related or share the same household.
- Individuals who are married or in a domestic partnership.
- Former spouses or domestic partners.
- Individuals who have a child together.
- Former intimate partners.
NYC Domestic Violence Defense
Unfortunately, law enforcement will often make an arrest regardless of proof, just to be sure they are not liable for allowing a situation to escalate. False allegations are also common, particularly in the midst of divorce, child custody or other family law matters. Common defenses of domestic violence charges include:
- Lack of proof
- False allegations
- Wrong suspect
- Self-defense
Early consultation with a domestic violence defense attorney in New York City is essential, as orders of protection are often quickly sought and/or issued and can have a significantly negative impact on a defendant’s rights. Clients facing allegations of
drug offenses in conjunction with domestic violence charges need comprehensive legal representation.
Protection orders can be sought by an alleged victim or ordered by the court. Sanctions vary, but can prevent a defendant from visiting an alleged victim’s home or otherwise contacting an alleged victim. Alarmingly, protection orders sought by alleged victims in civil court require no proof, only allegations of the victim that you acted unlawfully or otherwise made an alleged victim fearful. Such orders can last until a case concludes, often a year or longer.
Protection orders can be sought by an alleged victim or ordered by the court. Sanctions vary, but can prevent a defendant from visiting an alleged victim’s home or otherwise contacting an alleged victim. Alarmingly, protection orders sought by alleged victims in civil court require no proof, only allegations of the victim that you acted unlawfully or otherwise made an alleged victim fearful. Such orders can last until a case concludes, often a year or longer.
Violation of a protection order can result in either misdemeanor or felony charges. Such orders are often best challenged before they are granted. Once in place, some orders of protection cannot be dropped even at the request of an alleged victim. Failing to appear for a
summons related to a domestic violence incident can result in further legal action. Seeking the early advice of an experienced domestic violence defense lawyer in New York City is essential to protecting a defendant’s rights.
As a former supervisory assistant district attorney, Jacob Uriel spent 14 years prosecuting sex crimes, major narcotic cases, presenting cases to the grand jury, and as a prosecutor in the felony trial and vehicular crimes bureaus. Today, he uses his experience as a prosecutor to focus his practice exclusively on criminal defense throughout the metro area, including misdemeanors, felonies, homicides, sex crimes, domestic violence, drug charges, property crimes and DWI defense.
At Uriel Criminal Defense PC, we believe anyone facing criminal charges deserves immediate access to an experienced New York City criminal defense attorney and we represent clients throughout New York City and the surrounding areas, including the boroughs of Manhattan, Staten Island, Queens, the Bronx and Brooklyn. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for a free and confidential consultation to discuss your rights. Call
(833) 733-4448.
