Defending Clients Accused of Violating Court Orders
Once someone has gotten a restraining order against you, something as simple as being in the same building as that person or calling her or him on the phone could land you in jail. If you have been charged with violating a restraining order, you need an experienced attorney.
At The Law Office of Charles B. Smith, we protect the rights of clients facing this serious accusation. San Mateo restraining order violation lawyer Charles B. Smith — a former police officer and former prosecutor — has more than 25 years of California criminal law experience.
Identifying All Opportunities to Avoid Serious Consequences
Violating a domestic violence restraining order is a serious criminal charge. If you have been charged with this offense, you could be facing a jail sentence, fines and probation, and you may be permanently barred from possessing or owning firearms or ammunition.
Even if you were never convicted of criminal domestic violence, a restraining order violation will make the original allegations against you available to be viewed by the general public.
There are several ways to defend against a restraining order violation charge. It may be possible to show that you did not intentionally violate the order. It may also be possible to show that your accuser obtained the original domestic violence restraining order through fraud.
Mr. Smith will carefully investigate your case in order to ensure that your side of the story is told. He will aggressively protect your rights in court and in negotiations with the prosecution.
Call a San Francisco Domestic Violence Defense Attorney at 650-425-7703
If you have been charged with a restraining order violation in California, it is important to talk to a lawyer right away. To schedule a free consultation, call us at 650-425-7703 or e-mail us. We accept credit cards, are available outside of regular business hours, and regularly visit our clients who are in jail.
