Domestic Assault and Battery

Worcester, Massachusetts Domestic Assault Attorneys

A conviction on domestic violence charges will likely involve jail time, a fine, mandatory counseling, and a permanent criminal record. If sent to jail, you could lose your job if your employer refuses to allow you time off to serve your sentence. Additionally, a domestic violence conviction could impact your ability to find employment in the future. At Revelli & Revelli, our criminal defense attorneys investigate allegations of domestic violence in order to determine what happened, whether our client acted in self-defense or whether an angry girlfriend, spouse, or ex-spouse simply called the police alleging abuse in order to have you removed from the premises. Our lawyers interview neighbors, check medical records, and sometimes request that the alleged victim be given a psychological evaluation to determine if bi-polar disorder, depression, or a drug or alcohol addiction is involved.

If you've been arrested on domestic assault and battery charges, contact criminal defense attorneys at the law office of Revelli & Revelli today to schedule a free consultation to discuss your case.

Defending Yourself against Charges of Domestic Violence

When responding to domestic disturbance calls, police often arrest the boyfriend, husband, or ex-spouse in order to diffuse a situation. Very rarely do police extensively interview neighbors in order to determine who started the fight if a fight even occurred. As a result, you may have acted in self-defense or there may have been no physical assault or battery at all - the police usually leave that to the court to sort out.

That's why our attorneys check emergency room records to see if an alleged victim sought medical care. We also interview neighbors and gather additional information in order to place events in context and determine if your ex-spouse, spouse, or girlfriend was telling police the truth.

Complications associated with Domestic Assault and Battery Charges

In domestic assault and battery cases it's not unusual for a restraining order to be issued against you. If this happens, you will be required to avoid all contact with the person who alleged you assaulted or threatened him or her. You will also be required to vacate any living space you share with them and relinquish any firearms you own. Our office can defend you during the restraining order hearing that happens 10 days after a temporary restraining order is issued.