California Domestic Violence Lawyer

If you have been charged with domestic violence or spousal abuse, you may not realize how serious a charge you are facing. Prosecutors and juries take these issues very seriously, making it important to have a skilled attorney to aggressively defend you from these charges. At the Law Office of Hayden Smith in Merced, California, we can help you resolve your domestic issues and protect your rights.

Don't try to resolve your domestic violence issues alone. Contact Us for a free initial consultation with a skilled domestic violence lawyer.

Our firm handles domestic abuse issues for a variety of couples, including same-sex and co-habitating couples. These cases typically involve:

• Threats
• Intimidation
• Stalking

Don't Risk the Penalties That Come With a Domestic Violence Conviction

If you are facing domestic violence charges, it is in your best interest to aggressively defend yourself. Domestic violence is covered under special provisions under California state law and are subject to severe punishment, including:

• Probation
• Anger management
• Batterer's treatment counseling
• Jail
• Prison

If you are a victim of domestic violence, our firm can help you receive a protective order, restraining order or no-contact order from the courts. For clients who have been charged with domestic violence, we will fight aggressively to defend against protection orders. It is important to fight the charges aggressively and work to have them lowered, as the consequences are less severe if you are convicted of a misdemeanor rather than a felony.

To discuss your legal needs with an experienced domestic violence attorney, Contact Us today for a free initial consultation.