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Domestic Violence Lawyers in Syracuse, NY Defending Clients Accused of Abuse

If you or a loved one has been charged with domestic violence, it is imperative that you seek an experienced lawyer who can provide you with sound legal advice. Under New York laws, domestic violence cases are considered to be family offenses. Consequently, both criminal and family courts have legal authority over these types of cases. For this reason, those who have been charged with any type of domestic abuse often find themselves facing legal challenges in both courts.

If you are dealing with false accusations of physical abuse, you need a criminal defense attorney who can also assist you with family law in order to properly defend yourself and your character. Contact the law firm of Passalacqua & Associates, LLC and schedule a free strategy session with a knowledgeable attorney.

How is Domestic Violence Legally Defined in New York?

One aspect of domestic violence that most individuals do not realize is that the same types of crimes charged as domestic abuse are also considered to be criminal actions if committed outside of the home. If physical abuse is directed at one of the following people, then the criminal action is considered to be domestic violence.

  • A family member such as a parent, sibling, spouse, or child
  • Another relative such as an in-law or extended family member
  • A past or present romantic partner with whom you have had an intimate relationship
  • An individual with whom you have a child
  • A roommate or housemate

What Types of Domestic Violence Charges are There in New York?

Domestic violence charges can be leveled against you if it is believed that abuse has been directed at any individual with whom you have a shared intimate relationship.

There are several different methods of committing physical or emotional abuse against another person or family member. Some of the more common are:

  • Emotional abuse: Belittling, name-calling, or disregarding another person
  • Physical abuse: hitting, punching, kicking, choking, and shoving another individual
  • Sexual abuse: Sexual assault or rape
  • Stalking: Showing up at a victim’s home or workplace, texting, spying, or making threatening phone calls.
  • Cyberstalking: Posting vile defamatory content on social media, sending disturbing emails, or revenge porn.
  • Unlawful imprisonment: Prohibiting the victim from going to work, school, religious services, therapy, or shopping.

Can Domestic Violence Charges Keep Me from Visiting My Children?

If you and your accuser share children and you have been accused of domestic violence, it can seriously impact your ability to see or visit the children until your case is resolved. If you have been served with a restraining order, you may have been instructed not to come within a certain distance of the victim or other family members.

Restraining orders are another aspect of domestic violence allegations that can seriously impact your life and future. If you and a former romantic partner are also engaged in a divorce or child custody issue, a domestic abuse charge can cause you to experience more legal challenges in family court as aspects of child visitation are worked out.

If the court has felt a need to offer protection to your accuser, they believe that there is evidence to support the idea that you could potentially harm your family in some manner. If you have been accused of domestic violence, you need to seek legal representation immediately. A domestic violence attorney can review your charges, examine the evidence, and formulate a strong defense for your case.

Why Should I Hire Passalacqua & Associates, LLC to Defend Me Against Domestic Violence Charges?

It is important to understand that it is always in your best interest to hire an attorney if you are involved in any type of criminal proceedings. Our experienced domestic abuse attorneys are able to explain your legal rights and answer any questions that you may have regarding your case.

Additionally, we may be able to contest or modify any orders of protection, file a petition so that you may be able to visit with your children and work toward ensuring that your case is successfully resolved. Our ultimate goal is to obtain a resolution in which you do not end up with a criminal record that can greatly affect your ability to obtain future employment.

The attorneys of Passalacqua & Associates, LLC are proud to serve Syracuse and the surrounding area. We are fully committed to defending your case in order to reach an outcome that is favorable to you. We will examine all aspects of the law in our efforts to have the charges against you dismissed. You need a qualified lawyer to defend your rights.

Contact our law firm by calling (315) 500-6425 and scheduling a free strategy session with a member of our experienced legal team.

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