Phoenix Domestic Violence Lawyer
Domestic violence refers to acts of abuse or violence between families, roommates, or people involved in an intimate relationship. A person can also be charged with domestic violence for threatening to harm, abuse, or inflict violence. If you have been accused of domestic violence, it’s incredibly important to contact an experienced criminal defense attorney right away. Law enforcement officials, judges, and prosecutors take reports of domestic violence very seriously. In the past, these officials would wait until they had an overwhelming amount of evidence before they would arrest and charge people with domestic violence. Today, all it takes is one complaint or report of domestic violence for law enforcement officials to launch an investigation against you.
Domestic Violence Defense in Phoenix, Arizona
Until recently, many people associated domestic violence as a crime that occurs between spouses or people who are intimately involved. In reality, domestic violence can involve children, siblings, parents, grandparents, and co-inhabitants. Furthermore, it’s important to note that domestic violence is not just physical in nature. People can be charged with domestic violence for verbal threats, stalking, harassment, intimidation, or physical, emotional, and psychological abuse.
At the Knowles Law Firm, Phoenix domestic violence lawyer Anthony Knowles is very experienced in Arizona domestic violence laws, and has successfully defended clients who have been charged with the following acts of domestic violence:
- Physical Abuse
- Sexual Abuse
- Child Abuse
- Elder Abuse
- Spousal Abuse
- Psychological/Emotional Abuse
- Financial Abuse
- Threats of Violence
- Sexual Assault
- Sexual Battery
- Assault & Battery
- Stalking
- Harassment
- Restraining Order Violations
Penalties for Domestic Violence in Phoenix
The penalties for a domestic violence conviction will depend largely on the circumstances of the arrest. In general, a person convicted of domestic violence will face time in jail, fines, restitution to the victim, probation, mandatory behavioral counseling, community service, a mark on his/her permanent record and more. However, if a person used a weapon, inflicted serious bodily injury, used or threatened violence towards a minor, or has prior criminal offenses on his/her record, then he/she could face enhanced penalties.
Contact Phoenix Domestic Violence Defense Attorney Anthony Knowles
Have you been accused of domestic violence? If so, Phoenix domestic violence attorney Anthony Knowles can provide you with the aggressive defense you need to fight your domestic violence charges. Prosecutors and law enforcement officials do not take accusations of domestic violence lightly. If they suspect you of committing domestic violence they will launch a thorough investigation into the allegations against you, and if they find sufficient evidence, they will prosecute you to the fullest extent of the law. By working with attorney Anthony Knowles, you can feel secure knowing that Mr. Knowles has the experience, knowledge, and skill to not only fight the prosecution’s case, but also to increase your chances of winning your case. Mr. Knowles has vast experience in this area of criminal law, and is committed to using his knowledge and resources to help you overcome your criminal charges.
If you have been charged with domestic violence, please do not hesitate to contact the Knowles Law Firm to set up a free consultation with Phoenix domestic violence lawyer Anthony Knowles at (602) 702-5431 or (888) 332-5621.
Attorney Anthony Knowles is committed to providing superior legal representation to people in Phoenix, Tempe, Scottsdale, Mesa, Gilbert, and Chandler, Arizona who have been charged with domestic violence.