In Domestic Violence, Odds Are Stacked Against the Accused
When I was a prosecutor working on cases of domestic violence, I learned early on that the justice system tends to believe the first person who comes in the door. In other words, the accuser is presumed to be the "victim" and everyone from the police to the jury tend to believe that you are telling the truth. If you are the accused, you and your lawyer can't just sit back and play defense.
I am criminal defense attorney Andres Guevara. Prosecutors today are very sensitive to domestic violence assault cases and end up treating them like sex offense cases. As your lawyer, I will mount an aggressive defense to interview witnesses and challenge the evidence against you.
Domestic Violence Charges in Divorce Cases
In some cases, the accuser may have a motive to accuse you of a crime. Accusations of domestic violence can be used in a divorce to evict a spouse from a home or to gain an advantage in a child custody case.
In Colorado, your spouse can obtain a temporary restraining order against you and have you evicted from the home without even hearing your side of the story. Even if the temporary restraining order was obtained for false reasons, it's important not to attempt to contact your spouse. Violation of a restraining order is a serious crime and can land you in jail.
As your lawyer, I will talk for you and ensure that your side of the story is presented at a court hearing to challenge the temporary restraining order.
Immigration consequences of a domestic violence assault conviction: If you are an immigrant and are convicted of a domestic violence assault, you could be subject to deportation. As your lawyer, I will work hard to resolve your case without a conviction to protect your immigration status.
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To discuss domestic violence charges or a restraining order with me, lawyer Andres Guevara, call 888-265-0044 or fill out the contact form below. My law office is in Denver.
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