Domestic Violence is a serious charge in Nevada and is one of the most frequently charged crimes in Nevada. There are many reasons why a situation can escalate to the level of an arrest on domestic violence or spousal abuse charges. As a result of domestic violence charges you may be facing severe jail or prison time and expensive fines. Additionally you may have a restraining order issued against you which would prevent you from being near your spouse, significant other, child or home. You need an experienced domestic violence defense attorney. At Reno Nevada Law we have more than 40 years of experience defending people charged with domestic violence related crimes and has successfully defended thousands of domestic violence cases.
Domestic Violence or Spousal Abuse Charges in Nevada
In Nevada Domestic Violence charges are known as Battery Domestic Violence or “BDV”. BDV is defined under NRS 200.485 as intentionally inflicting unlawful physical force against certain family members or current of former spouses or dating partners. Many domestic violence charges begin with a call to 911.
Domestic Violence cases in Nevada can include:
- Spousal Abuse
- Animal Cruelty
- Battery Domestic Violence
- Child Abuse
- Elder Abuse
- Non Support of a Child or Spouse
- Violating a Restraining Order
Penalties for domestic violence charges range depending on whether it is a first offense, and the conditions including if strangulation, a weapon was involved the degree of injury or if the victim was pregnant at the time. If convicted of domestic violence you may be looking at a range of days to years in jail or prison, weekly domestic violence counseling classes and fines in the thousands of dollars. Nevada law prohibits judges from granting probation for domestic violence cases.
There are numerous defenses for domestic abuse, including you were the victim, you acted in self defense, and the incident was an accident. We know all the defenses and can help you get the charges dismissed and can help you get the charges dismissed or reduced to a lesser offense. Call us today at (775) 786-5791 to discuss your case and get the representation you need.
Our Approach to Domestic Violence Defense
You deserve an affordable and experienced domestic violence defense attorney who will aggressively defend you and will fight for your rights call Reno Nevada Law at (775) 786-5791 because when you need a lawyer – experience matters! Beginning with your initial consultation, we will listen to you, we will answer your questions, and begin to build a strategy for the best possible outcome in your case. By the end of this meeting you will have a clear idea of what we can do for you and how we will move forward. With Reno Nevada Law on your side, you will receive unsurpassed legal service and the personalized client care.
We are known for having a passion for the law and how the law can help those in a time of need. This passion is shown in both our extensive knowledge of the law, defense strategies, as well as our compassion towards our clients. It’s our commitment to you, and to all of our clients that truly makes Reno Nevada Law unique. The people we represent are at the center of what we do and the reason we come to work each day. We are here to get the best possible result for you. If you or a family member has been arrested for domestic violence or charged with domestic violence related crime, seek the counsel of a Reno criminal defense attorney with experience fighting Nevada domestic violence related cases it’s time to call an experienced lawyer who can help, call Reno Nevada Law at (775) 786-5791 immediately when you need a lawyer – experience matters!
Criminal Defense Attorneys Lee Hotchkin of Reno Nevada Law discusses the severity of Domestic Violence charges
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