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Apache Junction Domestic Violence Defense

APACHE JUNCTION DOMESTIC VIOLENCE DEFENSE

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  • Twenty Years Defending Domestic Violence Charges

The City of Apache Junction is experiencing tremendous growth and the population is expected to continue increasing over the next decade.  With this unprecedented growth comes additional police officers who will focus on protecting residents and visitors from quality of life crimes and violent offenses.

What is Domestic Violence?

Domestic Violence refers to alleged criminal behavior, acts of abuse or violence between family members, people who reside together, intimate partners or individuals who have children in common.  Being arrested and charged with Domestic Violence in Apache Junction means you face very severe punishment including probation, jail, mandatory classes and an order by the court prohibiting contact between you and your loved ones.  This can occur even if the alleged victim doesn't want to press charges as prosecutors take these matters very seriously and will often force victims and witnesses to appear in court and testify against you.

Is Domestic Violence a Misdemeanor or Felony?

There are a number of crimes which may be characterized as Domestic Violence offenses in Arizona.  Some of these allegations are considered misdemeanors while others may be prosecuted in Superior Court as felony charges.  Additionally, a domestic violence offense that is normally considered a misdemeanor can be upgraded to a more serious felony charge depending upon your criminal history.

Offenses Which Can Be Prosecuted Under The Domestic Violence Statute In Arizona Include:

  • Abuse of a Child or Vulnerable Adult Abuse                                                               
  • Aggravated Assault
  • Assault
  • Criminal Trespass
  • Custodial Interference
  • Dangerous Crimes against Children
  • Disorderly Conduct
  • Endangerment
  • Harassment
  • Interfering with Judicial Proceedings
  • Kidnapping or Unlawful Imprisonment
  • Manslaughter
  • Murder
  • Negligent Homicide
  • Sexual Assault
  • Stalking
  • Threatening and Intimidating

What Happens if You're Convicted of Domestic Violence?

Again, prosecutors in Apache Junction take Domestic Violence allegations extremely seriously and aggressively prosecute individuals who appear in the Apache Junction Municipal Court.  The penalties which result from being arrested, charged  and convicted for a Domestic Violence Offense in Apache Junction are largely dependent upon your criminal history and the specific facts of the case.  

Punishment for a Domestic Violence Offense Might Include:
  1. Probation
  2. Mandatory Classes
  3. Jail
  4. Prison (in felony cases)
  5. Restitution
  6. Community Service

Additionally, people convicted of a domestic violence offense may be prohibited from having contact with their spouse, children or other family members, can lose their rights to possess a firearm and face revocation of a Fingerprint Clearance Card. Further, professional licenses may be at risk and it will become much more difficult to obtain employment and secure housing.

Can Domestic Violence Charges be Defended?

Whether arrested for a misdemeanor or felony charge, it is extremely important to contact an experienced Domestic Violence Defense Attorney who can fully investigate all aspects of your case, recognize important issues, negotiate a dismissal or favorable resolution or competently represent you at trial. In some cases, false allegations of Domestic Violence are made as a way to gain an advantage in ongoing divorce or child custody situations.  

Defenses Which can be Argued on Your Behalf Include:
  1. Self Defense
  2. Defense of a Third Person
  3. Defense of Property
  4. Illegal Search
  5. Violation of Miranda Warnings
  6. Being "merely present" when a crime was committed but not aiding or participating in any way
  7. Not intending to commit a criminal act
  8. Consent
  9. Duress

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As a former police officer, prosecutor and experienced Domestic Violence Defense Attorney, I know the criminal justice system, how prosecutors and police officers think and how to attack a  case from all angles.  I have represented thousands of people from all walks of life who have been charged with Domestic Violence offenses and have expertise in achieving a dismissal of the charges, negotiating favorable agreements and conducting trials in all types of criminal  cases. If you have been arrested or charged with Domestic Violence in Apache Junction or any city in Maricopa or Pinal County, call for immediate help.

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Apache Junction Municipal Court

300 East Superstition Boulevard

Apache Junction, AZ 85119

(480) 982-8250