Nassau County Domestic Violence Defense Attorney
Domestic violence includes spousal abuse, child abuse, family violence, and more. Our domestic abuse law firm knows that this doesn’t necessarily include actual physical violence; threatening physical violence and inducing the fear of personal harm are sufficient to constitute domestic violence. Let’s say that you and your spouse get into a dispute; the voices rise, someone hurls a dish or an ashtray. Your neighbor calls the police with her side of the story. Police officers often choose to let the system sort it out, so what starts as a disagreement somehow ends in a jail cell. If this happens to you in Nassau County – and it can happen to anyone – you’re going to need the help of an experienced Nassau County domestic violence defense attorney. A domestic violence charge can also impact:
Your future job opportunities
Your right to carry or own a firearm
Professional licensing
Child custody provisions
Domestic Violence Charges
Spouse abuse, family violence, intimate partner violence, and more fall into the category of domestic violence. Physical violence doesn’t even have to occur; the threat of violence and inducing the fear of personal harm are legally sufficient to constitute domestic violence.
New York state specifically defines domestic violence as a pattern of abuse, which could include physical, psychological, emotional, sexual, and economic abuse, with the intent of maintaining power and control over the victim.
Whatever form it takes there are repercussions. Not only can individuals convicted of domestic violence in New York face serious jail time, the loss of certain rights, a life of state sponsored supervision and restrictions, and the scrutiny of family and friends, so too can they face the loss of custody of their children.
No matter what two adults think about each other, nothing should prevent a parent from having a relationship with his or her child. However, New York courts place heavy importance on the safety and well being of children and are well within their rights to prevent a parent from seeing his or her child if evidence suggests that the parent is prone to violence or abusive behavior, whether or not the violence or abusive behavior is directed at the child.
If you’re facing domestic violence charges, contact an experienced Nassau County criminal defense attorney.
Two Decades of Criminal Defense Experience
A domestic violence charge does not automatically mean a conviction. Sometimes the domestic violence accusation can be completely discredited. Self-defense and defense of personal property have also been successful defenses in domestic violence cases in New York. But a triumphant defense requires the skills and savvy of a veteran Nassau County domestic violence defense attorney. David M. Mirsky is a respected Nassau County domestic violence defense attorney with more than twenty years of criminal defense experience. David understands the difficulties that a domestic violence charge can create. He will address your concerns, explain New York’s domestic violence laws, and work up a defense strategy to achieve the best possible outcome for your case.
False Allegations
Sometimes, arguments between two people who share a home can become so heated that one or more parties may invent false accusations in a moment of anger and desperation. Unfortunately for the person accused of these allegations, the situation can turn into a case of “he said, she said” pretty quickly.
When false accusations are made, individuals accused of domestic violence are advised to not make any statements to investigating police and to allow police to conduct their own investigation without providing any statements or answers to questions. This may result in having to spend a night or two in jail, but at least the accused won’t give any ammunition to the false accuser or investigating police that can be used against the accused in court.
Even when the accusation is false, the police will not recognize a complaint from you against your accuser. Law enforcement considers post-arrest complaints “retaliatory” even if true. Don’t waste time. It’s imperative that evidence is immediately identified and secured. Every moment that passes may mean you are losing your opportunity to prove your innocence.
Why You Need An Attorney
The law is something that is very fact specific. While statutes and regulations seek to control certain antisocial behaviors for the greater good, the circumstances surrounding each accusation will also be taken into account and weighed by the court in determining culpability. Despite the fact that defendants are welcome to represent themselves in criminal court, anyone facing the serious charge of domestic violence is highly encouraged to let an experienced attorney handle all aspects of the defense. Attorneys are experienced and trained at presenting legally viable arguments to the court that laymen may not realize they can argue in their defense. For example, what if the defendant acts in self-defense? Or walks in on a shocking scene that would shock most reasonable people? Or acts under a mistaken belief of facts? All of these questions and more represent the many nuances of criminal law that can weigh heavily on the outcome of a charge for domestic violence.
Another benefit to partnering with an attorney to defend against charges of domestic violence is that the attorney will be able to explain any of the questions that a defendant might have about the criminal process, chances of success, and the charges involved in non-legal, simple to understand terms. Simply having an understanding of what is going on and what is at risk can do wonders for helping a person face their legal issues calmly and rationally.
Criminal court seeks to protect society as a whole from behavior that our society has deemed “anti social”. When a wrong is committed, the public asks that the wrongdoer answer for his or her anti social behavior, regardless of how any specific victim feels on the matter (victims are, however, afforded the opportunity to comment on how they feel the court should respond). Even if the supposed victim has made it clear that he or she does not want to see the accused “get in any trouble,” the accused should still partner with an criminal defense attorney because the state may bring charges on behalf of the public at large.
Hire a Nassau County Domestic Violence Defense Attorney
Most public defenders care nothing about your individual case; their interest is moving you through the courts quickly and smoothly. You want someone who makes your case a priority and handles your case personally. At the Mirsky Law Firm, our Nassau County domestic violence defense attorneys never back down; we stand by your side and fight for your rights. We understand the grief and the sense of devastation that a domestic violence charge can bring. We want to help you keep your freedom and get control of your life back. The best choice for anyone who is charged with domestic violence in Nassau County is to call the Nassau County domestic violence defense attorneys at the Mirsky Law Firm at once.
Any good Nassau County domestic violence defense attorney will protect your rights and craft a plausible defense, but if you’re charged with domestic violence, you need a leading firm with recognized expertise and proven skill in fighting prosecutors and trying domestic violence cases. Nassau County prosecutors and judges know our tenacity. In Nassau County, the superior defense choice is the Mirsky Law Firm. Call us today or fill out the form in the left column on this page, and we’ll arrange for a free assessment of your case and advise the best course of legal action. Don’t jeopardize your future or your freedom. We believe in our clients, and we work hard for each one of them. If you need criminal defense representation, call the Nassau County domestic violence defense attorneys with the Mirsky Law Firm at 516-299-6187 or 888-999-7152 today.
