SCOTTSDALE DOMESTIC VIOLENCE LAW

Domestic Violence Law in Scottsdale, Arizona

In Scottsdale, Arizona many different types of criminal offense can be classified as a domestic violence offenses. The list of crimes above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the crimes that can be designated domestic violence, however they do contain those most commonly charge. It is important to understand that in Scottsdale, "domestic violence" itself is NOT a criminal offense. Rather, it is a designation that is applied to certain crimes then the relationship between the defendant and the alleged victim is a family relationship, the parties reside together, and/or they have a child in common. Once a crime is classified as a domestic violence offense, the potential consequences become even more dire for the accused.

Scottsdale Domestic Violence Lawyer Joshua S. Davidson

In addition to whatever penalties are available for the underlying misdemeanor or felony offense, the accused could also face the loss of his or her right to possess firearms (which may be lost regardless if the underlying offense is a felony) and could face felony aggravated domestic violence charges with a mandatory jail sentence if convicted three times within a 7 year period. (See, Arizona Revised Statues 13-3601.02).

The penalties for a domestic violence conviction in Scottsdale, Arizona are harsher than ever. Depending on the charges in your case, you could be facing jail, prison, probation, the loss of your right to possess a gun or other firearm, the loss of your job, and the embarrassment that comes with a criminal conviction. The prosecution has experienced trial attorneys working for them, why not have an experienced Scottsdale domestic violence attorney working for you?

Contact Scottsdale Domestic Violence Attorney Joshua S. Davidson today.