Minnesota Domestic Assault Lawyer
Have you been accused of, or arrested for, domestic assault? This is a criminal offense that involves violence between, or committed against, a family or household member.
Due to the nature of these offenses, and the fact that law enforcement and prosecutors alike are dedicated to the aggressive investigation and prosecution of domestic assault charges throughout Minnesota, our law firm is committed to providing equally aggressive criminal defense counsel to clients facing these charges.
Call (763) 323-6555, or contact us by e-mail, to schedule a free consultation. Protect your rights if you’ve been charged with domestic assault.
Domestic assault is similar to standard assault charges under Minnesota law, except that the offense involves violence, abuse or injury to a family or household member. This may include a spouse, ex-spouse, parent, child, family member, unmarried parents of a shared child, persons who live together or persons involved in a romantic relationship. Assault is defined as attempting, threatening or causing bodily harm on another person.
In Minnesota, domestic assault may be charged as a misdemeanor, gross misdemeanor or felony. The factors that will determine the severity of charges, and penalties, include: the number of prior domestic assault convictions, the use of a deadly weapon, the nature of the offense, and the extent of any injury the victim sustained.
In addition to criminal penalties that may be imposed for a domestic assault conviction, such as imprisonment and fines, a defendant may also face an Order for Protection. This is often filed in conjunction with domestic assault charges and will prohibit future acts of violence, as well as contact, with the alleged victim. Violating an Order for Protection is a crime in itself.
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It is important to act swiftly after you’ve been arrested, or charged with domestic assault. The sooner you involve a lawyer, the better able we will be to gather evidence, interview essential witnesses, and to address other important elements of your case.
Call our law firm now for a free consultation with one of our experienced Minnesota domestic assault defense attorneys: (763) 323-6555.
Client Testimonial: “Attorney Jason Brown explained the court process to us and answered all of our questions in terms we could comprehend. He made a very tough and uneasy time straightforward and comfortable.” – Roger S., Champlin, Minnesota
Our Minnesota domestic assault defense lawyers represent clients throughout Minnesota, including the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Duluth, Rochester, Mankato, St. Cloud, Moorhead, Apple Valley, Blaine, Bloomington, Brooklyn Park, Burnsville, Coon Rapids, Eagan, Eden Prairie, Edina, Lakeville, Maple Grove, Maplewood, Minnetonka, Plymouth, Richfield, Roseville and Woodbury.
We defend those accused of domestic assault in Hennepin, Ramsey, Anoka, Sherburne, Wright, Scott, Dakota, Chisago, Washington and Isanti County.
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