Domestic Violence Defense Lawyer in Brazoria County
The imposition of a civil restraining order against you can have very serious consequences. You can be forced out of your home and lose your child custody rights and your right to own a firearm. A criminal conviction for violating a restraining order can result in jail time.
In either situation, you need a strong and effective advocate who protects your rights. Your family relationships, your career and possibly your freedom are at risk.
At the Law Office of Jeffrey R. Gilbert, P.C., we have successfully represented clients in numerous domestic violence cases, in both civil protection order hearings and criminal proceedings.
Call 979-864-4192 or send an e-mail for a free initial consultation.
Representation at the Civil Hearing
Following the issuance of a temporary restraining or protection order, a hearing will be scheduled within two weeks regarding the issuance of a final protection order. It is essential to have legal representation at this hearing. Trying to represent yourself may produce an adverse result.
Jeff Gilbert represents clients in this hearing to protect their rights and present their side of the story. The goal is to prevent the issuance of a final order. If that is not possible, we seek to limit the restrictions that are placed on our clients.
Defense of a Criminal Domestic Violence Charge
Police have very little flexibility in cases involving domestic disturbances. If they are called to the scene of an incident, they will arrest one of the parties to the dispute. It may be possible for our firm to obtain an affidavit of non-prosecution, or it may be necessary to aggressively defend the charge at trial.
We may be able to develop evidence in your favor and which counters the allegations made in the criminal complaint, in order to obtain a dismissal or not guilty verdict. In situations where this is not feasible, it may be possible to mitigate the penalties you face through your participation in a treatment program or anger management course.
Jeff Gilbert will explain your options so that you can make the decision that is right for you. Then our firm will work diligently to protect your rights and pursue the best outcome possible.
Free Consultation With an Attorney
For a free initial consultation with the Law Office of Jeffrey R. Gilbert, P.C., in Angleton, Texas, about a domestic violence case, call 979-864-4192 or contact us online.
