How Can a Lawyer Help Defend Against Domestic Violence Charges in Texas?

 Posted on August 15,2024 in Criminal Defense

The stereotype of domestic violence is that perpetrators are always males who abuse the victims, who are always female because men simply do not respect women and do not care whether they are treated well. While this is true of some domestic violence situations, the reality is quite different.

No matter what your situation is, if you are being accused of domestic violence, you need to take these charges seriously and get a lawyer involved. Do not take chances with your future. Call a Plano, TX domestic violence defense attorney with The Crowder Law Firm, P.C. right away.

Common Misconceptions About Domestic Violence Cases

Violent husbands are not the only ones who commit acts of domestic violence. In fact, the data suggest that not only are women often responsible for intimate partner violence, but about 50 percent of domestic violence incidents in Texas are committed by other relatives, including parents, siblings, and grandparents. Alcohol also plays a role in a conflict escalating to the point of violence, as alcohol lowers inhibitions and increases emotional responses to already difficult situations. Both partners are often equally culpable for a tense situation escalating into violence, although only one partner may be willing to make accusations to the police.

Other times, accusations are simply false and are made to try to manipulate a situation in the favor of the person making accusations, even if that person was the first person to engage in physical violence. Unfortunately, even false allegations can influence important events like child custody and divorce.

Building a Defense in Domestic Violence Allegations

Even if you consider the allegations against you to be obviously false, you may be surprised at the power these accusations can still have. You may find yourself the subject of an Order of Protection, unable to go home, see your kids, or even contact your partner. Your lawyer can help you get ahead of the accusations or charges against you by understanding the exact details of the case and building a strong defense.

Possible defenses against accusations of domestic violence include: 

• The person making the accusation against you is lying
• The violence was an accident 
• You were defending yourself 
• Someone else committed the violence that led to injuries on the part of the alleged victim
• You acted in response to provocation on the part of the alleged victim
• The accusations cannot be proven beyond a reasonable doubt
• You committed the acts of violence, but the police made procedural errors, violated your rights, and cannot bring charges
• You are not in a domestic relationship with the alleged victim 

Successfully defending your case requires full honesty with your attorney, even if it is hard. Sometimes, for example, men hurt their wives in the process of trying to stop their wives from hurting their children. Men may be reluctant to accuse their wives of child abuse and will sometimes instead take the blame on themselves rather than expose both parents to scrutiny by the court. Other times, people are afraid to get their partner in trouble, even when their partner is actually the one abusing them and then calling the police.

Whatever the circumstances are in your case, be prepared to speak openly with your attorney so you can get the best defense possible for your situation.

Call our Collin County, TX Domestic Violence Defense Lawyer Now

Allegations of domestic violence are easy to make but difficult to defend against. If you have been arrested for allegations of domestic violence, your job, your reputation, and your relationship with your children could be at stake. Get help now by calling our Plano, TX domestic violence defense attorneys at 214-544-0061 and scheduling a free consultation.