Defending Clients Who Have Been Accused of Domestic Violence
If your spouse or anyone else has obtained a temporary restraining order against you for alleged domestic violence, it is important to contact a lawyer who can explain your options and defend you against both the restraining order and any criminal charges that may result.
At the Law Office of Thomas A. Johnson, we represent clients in Northern California who have been accused of domestic violence. If you have been served with a restraining order, Sacramento restraining order defense attorney Thomas A. Johnson will make sure your side of the story is told.
Understanding Your Rights and Fighting Serious Consequences
A restraining order, also known as a protective order, is a civil court order. An alleged victim of domestic violence can obtain a temporary restraining order, which can then be made permanent once the accused has a chance to defend him or herself at a court hearing.
If the court places you under a restraining order, you may be required to stay away from your home and your children. Restraining orders can also impact child custody cases.
Violating a restraining order is a criminal offense, and if the police are notified of an alleged violation, they are legally required to make an arrest. In certain cases, domestic violence itself is also a crime, and a restraining order may be the first step toward criminal prosecution.
Attorney Thomas A. Johnson previously served as a supervisor of the Domestic Violence Unit at the Sacramento District Attorney's Office. As a defense lawyer, he has successfully defended many clients against restraining orders and criminal domestic violence charges.
Sacramento and Placer County Protective Order Attorney · (916) 248-8598
If you have been accused of domestic violence and served with a restraining order, do not hesitate to contact us at (916) 248-8598 or by e-mail to schedule a consultation. We maintain strict confidentiality in restraining order cases and all other matters our firm handles.
