The Most Serious Charges Call for the Most Experienced Defense
In many cases, domestic violence — sometimes referred to as spousal abuse or domestic assault — is charged as a misdemeanor in Nevada. This is because only a small percentage of domestic disputes result in serious injury to the alleged victim. Most domestic violence arrests are the result of an argument, a shouting match, verbal threats or a minor physical altercation involving nothing worse than a shove or a slap.
In some cases, however, domestic violence may be charged as a felony offense. If the alleged victims suffered "substantial bodily harm" or battery resulting in relatively serious injury — or if the accused has two prior convictions for domestic violence within seven years — a felony domestic violence charge may be the result.
Conviction for felony domestic violence in Nevada carries a mandatory term of between one and six years in state prison. Individuals with a felony conviction on their record may lose many rights and may find many future employment opportunities to be unavailable.
Felony domestic violence is an extremely serious charge. If you or a loved one has been arrested for domestic violence and there is either a prior record or an allegation of serious injury, it is extremely important to contact an experienced criminal defense trial lawyer immediately.
The Attorneys at Oronoz Law Offices Can Help
At Oronoz Law Offices, our attorneys offer experienced and aggressive representation to men and women in Las Vegas and the surrounding areas. We handle all violent crime charges ranging from simple assault charges to murder. More important, we understand domestic violence cases. We know the law, the prosecutors, the courts and the judges in the Las Vegas area, including Henderson, North Las Vegas, Boulder City, Laughlin and towns throughout Clark County and Nye County.
We are trial lawyers. In each and every domestic violence case we handle, we prepare thoroughly for the possibility of trial, provide a vigorous defense and seek the best possible result for the people we serve.
Contact Us
We encourage you to speak with a criminal defense lawyer at our firm about a felony domestic violence charge today. To schedule a free consultation at our Las Vegas location, call 702-577-3647 or contact us by e-mail now.
