Domestic violence is a very serious issue that affects millions of people. Unfortunately, there are times when false accusations lead to domestic violence arrests and charges. What is a person supposed to do when they are facing false charges? The first thing that needs to be done is to seek the help of a qualified Domestic Violence Lawyer. People unfamiliar with the justice system sometimes naively believe that the truth will magically come out in court. The truth won’t come out in court unless a lawyer helps bring it to light.
Understand that the court system takes domestic violence charges very seriously. The defendant in the case will usually be ordered to not have any contact with the alleged victim. It’s important for people charged with domestic violence to take no-contact orders seriously. Even if the alleged victim contacts the defendant, it’s the defendant’s duty to walk away or hang up the phone. When an alleged victim contacts a defendant, the defendant should immediately contact his/her lawyer. The lawyer needs to be kept up to date on everything that is happening with the case. A lawyer might be able to advise a client on how to avoid future contact attempts.
Witnesses can be important in domestic violence cases. Defendants should work to get any witnesses that a Domestic Violence Lawyer can use to help win the case. Witnesses can be used to testify about past incidents. There could have also been witnesses present when the alleged incident supposedly took place. They may have witnessed things that law enforcement didn’t witness. Any video surveillance might also be able to help a person who is falsely accused win the case.
Even for innocent people, justice costs money. People who are falsely accused of serious allegations don’t have the luxury of trying to find legal bargains. They should seek the best legal help they can afford. Lawyers who handle domestic violence cases can be quite flexible with payment arrangements, so those who are falsely accused who don’t have a lot of money can still find a way to get justice.
At the Law Office of Mark D. Kargman, we have the expertise and knowledge necessary to make a difference in your case.
