Riverside Domestic Violence Lawyer

Domestic Abuse Attorney Serving Riverside & San Bernardino

Domestic violence is a criminal act of violence or willful neglect within a family setting or an intimate relationship.  Domestic violence may involve physical, emotional, and mental abuse, and revolves around the abuser’s need to control the victim.  Many incidents of domestic violence are not reported to law enforcement because the victims are too afraid to take legal action against their abusers.  Once a domestic violence incident is reported to law enforcement, the accused will be removed from the home and may have to avoid contact with the victim.

In most cases, domestic violence is classified as a misdemeanor.  However, the criminal charges will depend upon if the accused has prior domestic violence offenses on his/her criminal record, if the accused has prior criminal offenses on his/her record, if the victim sustained serious bodily injuries, if the victim was a minor, and the extent and type of abuse incurred by the victim.   

Domestic violence convictions usually result in harsh legal consequences. Convicted domestic violence offenders may be punished with large monetary fines, jail time, community service, probation, and restraining orders. Multiple domestic violence convictions can lead to longer terms of imprisonment and larger fines. 

Charged with Domestic Violence in San Bernardino or Riverside?

If you have been charged with domestic violence in Riverside or the surrounding areas, it is important that you speak with an experienced domestic violence attorney. A skilled domestic violence attorney can advise you of your options and protect your legal rights. If you are convicted of domestic violence, you could face life altering consequences such as jail time, fines, restraining orders, and probation.

Hanson, Hales, Gorian & Bradford has successfully represented clients throughout Riverside who have been charged with domestic violence. In some cases, Attorney Gorian can negotiate with prosecutors to have charges or sentences reduced. While the outcome of each case depends upon the circumstances involved, Attorney H. Charles Gorian will always fight for his clients’ best interests. Contact Domestic Violence Attorney, H. Charles Gorian!