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Chandler Domestic Violence Attorney

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  • Former Police Officer

  • Former Prosecutor

  • Twenty Years Defending Domestic Violence Charges

Domestic Violence is not actually a criminal charge in Chandler.  Rather, a domestic violence allegation can be added to an offense and used to increase any potential punishments if the suspect and victim are related by blood, reside in the same household, are intimate partners or share a child in common.  Domestic Violence charges must be taken seriously as aside from a potential conviction, your parental rights, ability to have contact with family and employment opportunities may be at stake. 

Is Domestic Violence a Misdemeanor or Felony?

There are a number of crimes which may be characterized as Domestic Violence offenses in Chandler, Arizona.  Some of these allegations are considered misdemeanors and adjudicated in Chandler Municipal Court 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?

Prosecutors in Chandler take Domestic Violence allegations extremely seriously and aggressively prosecute individuals who appear in the Chandler Municipal Court.  The penalties which result from being arrested, charged  and convicted for a Domestic Violence Offense in Chandler 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 in Chandler, 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

What Court Will You Appear In?

If arrested and charged with a Domestic Violence offense, you will be ordered to appear in a City, Justice or Superior Court.   City and Justice Courts have jurisdiction over DUI, misdemeanor and traffic offenses while Superior Courts preside over more serious felony cases. The Court you are ordered to appear in will depend upon the classification of the criminal charge and what police department was responsible for your arrest.  There are three types of courts which preside over criminal cases in Arizona.   These include:

1. City Courts - Will have jurisdiction over misdemeanor offenses which are investigated by the local police department

2. Justice Courts - Have jurisdiction over misdemeanor offenses which are investigated by the sheriff's office or Department of Public Safety

3. Superior Courts - Preside over felony crimes which occur in the county where the court is located.

Call (480) 833-8613 for Help Now

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 Chandler or any city in Maricopa or Pinal County, call for immediate help.

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Chandler Municipal  Court

201 East Chicago Street

Chandler, AZ 85225

(480) 782-4700