Denton County Domestic Violence Attorney

If you have been charged with domestic violence in a criminal context, you will need a Denton county domestic violence attorney to handle your case. At The Law Offices of Richard C. McConathy, our criminal defense lawyers have what it takes to properly and effectively defend against domestic violence charges, no matter what circumstances surround your particular charges. In a criminal setting, Denton County domestic violence pertains more to the relationship of the parties involved than the actual offense which took place.

Law enforcement's response to domestic violence charges has changed dramatically over the last few years. Previously, police officers could arrive at a home or other location, assess the situation and make a reasonable decision on how to proceed. Now, law enforcement agencies take an altogether different approach. Often, police department policies mandate that police officers must now make an arrest in response to charges of domestic violence, even if the alleged victim protests. Consequently, the number of domestic violence charges has skyrocketed and many otherwise innocent people have found themselves under arrest. For this main reason, you must employ a Denton county domestic violence attorney who knows how to defend your rights.

Most people are also unaware that the alleged victim in a Denton County domestic violence case does not have the power to "drop the charges." Once a person is arrested and brought before a court for arraignment, the district attorney's office takes control of the case. Most prosecutors will never agree to dismiss domestic violence charges at an arraignment. That means that if you are charged with Denton county domestic violence you should hire a good Denton County domestic violence attorney to work toward ultimately getting the case dismissed.

Please contact our offices immediately for a free no obligation consultation to go over the facts of your case. Our local number is 972-445-4300 or toll free at 888-283-9394. We can also be contacted by email rcmcconathy@yahoo.com.

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