Massachusetts Criminal Defense - Domestic Abuse Charges

THE TYPICAL SCENARIO: IS THIS WHAT HAPPENED TO YOU?

Here is the scenario of a typical domestic violence case:

You and your wife/girlfriend/fianc�/partner/lover, get into a small disagreement about something (money/the ex/your friends/your family/your drinking/drugs/the children/how you spend your time, you name it, you can get into it).

Nasty words are exchanged, then there may be some pushing and shoving, perhaps you strike each other, maybe somebody falls down, there's a scratch, a bruise, a mark, a bloody nose, a black eye.

Somebody calls 911, the police come, they talk to her, they may take photos, and they talk to you. Then they arrest you. Maybe an emergency restraining order is obtained during this process. The police say it's just a formality; you'll be out of the station in no time. You go through the booking process, and now you're told you have to go to Court over this "misunderstanding".

THE "VICTIM" DOESN'T WANT TO GO FORWARD AND WANTS TO DROP THE CHARGES: WHAT NOW?

Meanwhile, the love of your life, now referred to as the "victim," has been asking that the charges be dropped. However, she finds out that she has no authority to do that and that only the Prosecutor can drop the charges. The "victim" is simply a witness in a government prosecution. While her input may have some influence, she cannot drop the charges.

Are you caught in this legal maze and need some strategies to manage the consequences of your arrest? Contact a lawyer immediately to resolve your situation.

THE "VICTIM" NOW WANTS A DIVORCE OR CUSTODY OF THE CHILDREN: WHAT NOW?

Frequently marital disputes, separations, and divorce can lead to criminal charges being brought by one spouse against the other. Unfortunately, sometimes false charges are brought by one party to gain a tactical advantage in the divorce or custody proceedings. Sometimes, spouses use restraining orders as a tool to go after someone to gain an unfair advantage in the divorce or custody proceeding instead of using them for their intended purpose as protection. These charges are typically assaults, assault and battery, harassment, and even charges of sexual abuse or rape.

Massachusetts Domestic Abuse Defense Strategies

Are you caught in this legal maze and need some strategies to manage the consequences of your arrest? Contact a lawyer immediately to resolve your situation.

To consult with a lawyer about your Massachusetts criminal matter, please contact us at (508) 559-2240. We will be happy to schedule an appointment for a free initial consultation.

We service clients in all matters in Attleboro, Boston, Brockton, Cambridge, Chelsea, Dorchester, Fall River, Hingham, Lawrence, Lynn, New Bedford, Plymouth, Quincy, Roxbury, Salem, Stoughton, Taunton, West Roxbury, Wareham, Worcester, and Wrentham, to only name a few Courts.

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