Los Angeles Domestic Violence Attorney

Domestic Violence Defense Lawyer in Beverly Hills, California

If you are facing domestic violence charges, Los Angeles domestic violence defense lawyer Robert M. Bernstein can help. Our firm is located in Beverly Hills, California and we take on domestic violence cases for clients throughout all of Los Angeles County.

Even an accusation of domestic violence can have serious consequences. Once law enforcement becomes involved, they will usually make an arrest, and once an arrest is made, it will be up to the prosecuting attorney to decide whether to press charges. The alleged victim cannot make this decision. As such, it is important that you consult a defense attorney as soon as possible. In some cases, an attorney may be able to present evidence or information to the prosecuting attorney to help a defendant avoid having formal charges filed at all.

Domestic Violence Charges in Los Angeles County

Willfully inflicting injury on a spouse, ex-spouse, family member or cohabitant may be a felony offense in California, punishable by up to 4 years in state prison and/or a fine of $6,000. Additional forms of domestic violence include spousal abuse and child abuse, and this can be emotional, physical or sexual in nature.

Law enforcement and prosecuting attorneys are very severe when dealing with an individual accused of domestic violence. A law enforcement officer may make an arrest first, and ask questions later. These agencies and individuals take this aggressive approach in an effort to stop actual abuse from occurring and to save innocent family members. However, some domestic violence accusations are false, and every person accused of domestic abuse or violence deserves to have a lawyer on their side to protect their rights.

Los Angeles Domestic Violence Lawyer

As a Los Angeles domestic violence lawyer, Robert M. Bernstein understands what it takes to help a client who has been accused of domestic abuse. By becoming involved as soon as possible, Mr. Bernstein and his staff take every measure possible to help the client avoid having formal charges filed, to fight a restraining order or order of protection, and to protect the client's rights through each and every step of the entire criminal process.

Contact Los Angeles domestic violence attorney Robert Bernstein today!