Domestic Violence: Always Difficult, Especially in New York City.
Domestic Violence is always a difficult issue and it is especially sensitive in New York City.
Police, prosecutors and courts are all afraid that the overburdened NYC court system may let habitual offenders slip through the cracks. This means that even minor incidents or misunderstandings get treated as serious offenses. Prosecutors are often unwilling to drop charges even after the victim recants or decides they don’t want to pursue the case.
Simply put: if you don’t have a good domestic violence defense lawyer, the cards are stacked against you even in minor cases.
Orders of Protection in a Domestic Violence Case
An individual charged with domestic violence will almost always be subject to an order of protection. Violations of these orders can result in additional charges carrying even more severe consequences than the original offense. Cases involving divorces or joint custody present difficult challenges for defendants who have to obey criminal court orders of protection as well as family court directives. Defendants in these cases need to find a lasting resolution to their situations.
We Seek Peaceful, Lasting Resolutions for All Parties
Law Offices of Daniel A. McGuinness, PC has extensive experience in handling domestic violence charges. Our attorneys take the time to get your side of the story and give you specific guidance to resolve your particular case.
While the Law Offices of Daniel A. McGuinness, PC have an impressive trial record, we also know that theses cases are rarely won by battling it out in the courtroom– the successful resolution to these cases is found by working with all parties to ensure a peaceful, lasting resolution.
Contact us today so we can help you and your family.
Have you been charged with domestic violence in New York?
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