San Diego Domestic Violence Lawyer

California Criminal Defense Attorney

Domestic violence cases involve violence between people who are living together, such as spouses or family members. Domestic violence most often occurs with women as the victims, but men can also be the victims of domestic violence from their female spouses. Assault, battery, stalking, emotional abuse, rape, and sexual assault can all qualify as domestic violence under California law.

San Diego attorney James N. Dicks has experience with more than one side of domestic violence: as a former police officer and as a criminal defense attorney. This background has proven valuable in the numerous domestic violence cases he has defended. With his solid understanding California’s laws and regulations regarding domestic violence, attorney James Dicks is ready to help you with your domestic violence case.

Domestic Violence in California

California law enforcement agencies and courts have become increasingly strict in regards to domestic violence cases. Increased pressure from political groups, as well as extensive media coverage and public outrage, has contributed to California’s strict laws and regulations on domestic violence.
 
If your spouse or family member calls the police or 911 to report a domestic violence incident, no matter now minor, you could face arrest and formal domestic violence charges – even if your partner or family member decides not to press charges or follow through with a case. New laws have made it so California domestic violence cases cannot be handled informally, under the radar. Even if the alleged victim decides not to press charges, the state prosecutor has the sole discretion to decide whether or not to follow through with charges.

Let experienced defense lawyer James N. Dicks represent you in your domestic violence case, so you can get the help you need to bring your family back together.

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