Domestic violence is a special charge involving parties that have a special relationship, such as a relationship between spouses, two persons dating, friends, or those cohabitating. There are many different types of domestic violence charges ranging from physical, psychological, verbal, and sexual. Once the police are involved, a charge cannot be dropped, regardless of whether the victim recants. A charge of domestic violence carries severe punishment in California and can include jail time, monetary fines, probation, community service, and counseling.
Because of the intimate relationship of parties typically involved in a domestic violence charge, it’s imperative to contact an attorney to sort through the complexity of this type of offense. The Law Offices of Gene H. Chien can help navigate you through this difficult process while simultaneously protecting your rights and interests.