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Why You Need an Attorney in a Domestic Violence Case

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Why You Need an Attorney in a Domestic Violence Case

Most of the time when Albuquerque Domestic Violence Defense Attorney discusses domestic violence cases, they do so from the point of view of the alleged abuser. The Best Domestic Violence Defense Attorney in Albuquerque can help those who have been accused of domestic violence defend against restraining orders and criminal charges. Additionally, however, if you have been the victim of domestic abuse, you might also need an attorney. You need someone who knows California law, will protect your rights, and will fight for your best interests. Law enforcement and prosecutors are not necessarily on your side or looking out for you.

Helping Victims of Domestic Violence
If you were hurt in a domestic violence situation, whether it occurred one time or was an ongoing situation, an attorney can help you by:

Protecting you from police abuse or over-reach. If you were a victim of domestic abuse, you should have an attorney present when you speak to the police. Cops are not always trained in how to work with domestic violence victims, particularly those who were sexually assaulted. The line of questioning or attitude an officer takes with you might be inappropriate or traumatizing. An attorney can protect you from improper police questioning.


Negotiating to have the charges dropped. As a victim of domestic abuse, you may be interested in moving on from the situation as quickly as possible and avoiding a lengthy court process. If your wish is to have the charges against the accused offender dropped, contact us today so that we can make your position clear to the prosecutors who decide whether charges are brought or not.


Enabling you to avoid testifying. If the prosecutor moves forward with charges whether or not you want them to, your lawyer can help you avoid having to provide testimony. It is important to realize that refusing to offer written or oral testimony does not necessarily mean the case will be dismissed. Prosecutors can push ahead based on other evidence. However, we can help protect you and your family from aggressive prosecutors.


Filing for a restraining order. If you are still in fear for your safety or your children’s, we can file for a domestic abuse restraining order. Depending on the situation, you can ask for a personal conduct order, which orders the other person to refrain from certain actions, a stay-away order, which orders the other person to remain a certain distance from you and certain locations, and/or a residence exclusion order, which orders the other person to move out from your shared living space.
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