Los Angeles Domestic Violence Penalties
Following are some of the penalties which the court may impose for a domestic violence conviction in California (although specific penalties will vary on a case to case basis):
- A first-time conviction for a lesser offense of domestic violence will typically result in a few days of jail time and probation
- A felony domestic violence conviction may result in imprisonment in a California state prison for 4 years, or 6 years if the victim is a child
- Fines of up to $6,000 or $10,000
- A 52-week batterer's counseling program
- Prohibition from owning or using a firearm for 10 years
- Possible drug or alcohol counseling/treatment
- A restraining order prohibiting contact with the victim, or an order requiring the offender to move out of a shared residence with the victim
The specific penalties which may be imposed upon a conviction for domestic violence in Los Angeles, California will vary depending on a number of specific factors, including:
- Whether the offense is charged as a misdemeanor or a felony
- The defendant's prior record of domestic violence, if any
- The particular circumstances of the offense
- The extent of injury the alleged victim sustained
- Whether a knife, firearm, or other deadly weapon was used
- Any other specific circumstances of the case, including the jurisdiction in which it occurred
Contact a Los Angeles Domestic Violence Attorney
If you are interested in learning more about how you personally may be affected by domestic violence charges and what penalties you may face upon a conviction, we welcome you to contact Los Angeles domestic violence attorney Robert M. Bernstein today. With his experience in this field and his legal knowledge, attorney Bernstein can evaluate the severity of your charges and determine how to best assist you.
Contact the Law Offices of Robert M. Bernstein today for a free consultation with a skilled Los Angeles domestic violence lawyer. |