Domestic Violence

Santa Cruz, California, Domestic Violence Lawyer

Domestic violence–an altercation between spouses or domestic partners-can have serious consequences. It can lead to a push, a shove, a verbal threat–and the filing of charges. If you have been charged with domestic abuse, you are at risk of consequences ranging from the loss of access to your home to prison time.

Protect your rights–if a domestic restraining order has been filed against you based on charges of spousal abuse or another form of domestic violence, contact Santa Cruz attorney Lisa K. McCamey at the first opportunity.

Domestic violence is a unique branch of law that enhances consequences of assault charges because of the relationship of the parties involved. Under California law, domestic violence laws are designed to protect those who are at risk within a family, household, or dating relationship. Too often domestic abuse charges, including those for battery, are filed when no violence occurred, or on the basis of false testimony regarding the nature of the violence. Even if the complaining witness later admits the charges were false, the prosecutor retains discretion to continue prosecuting the case.

Do not make any statement to police or the court without your lawyer present. You may feel the need to object and clear your name against the charges of abuse, but anything you say has the potential to hurt your case. Lisa McCamey will aggressively defend you, taking advantage of every lawful opportunity to improve your position.

If you have been arrested or charged with spousal abuse or another form of domestic assault, call (831) 458-2889 or e-mail for a free consultation with domestic violence attorney Lisa K. McCamey.