San Antonio Domestic Violence Attorney Services

Protecting Your Future

An individual can be charged with domestic violence if they have caused, or threatened to cause, bodily harm to a member of their household. This can include spouses, children, and other relatives residing in the home. In addition, if a couple is cohabitating, a charge of domestic violence can be brought against either partner when an assault has occurred. If you have been charged with domestic violence in San Antonio, our legal team at Villa & White stands ready to provide you with the legal counsel you need.

What Happens Next?

If you have been charged with domestic violence, oftentimes the filing of a restraining order will follow. It is important that you respect the terms outlined in the restraining order, as failing to follow the order can impact your case in court. A domestic violence conviction can greatly affect your ability to find employment and housing, which is why our team works tirelessly to give you the strongest possible case. While our priority is to get the charges dropped, when that is not possible, we look to get you a lesser sentence.

When determining penalties, the courts consider factors such as:

• The relationship between the victim and defendant
• Any history of previous convictions
• Whether it was aggravated assault

Domestic Violence & Child Custody Hearings

A domestic violence conviction can have a drastic impact on child custody hearings. When deciding on custody of the child, the judge will often evaluate the domestic violence case and make a determination heavily based on the findings. Furthermore, for individuals seeking visitation rights, this type of charge can give the judge reason to deny the request. If you find yourself in a similar situation, allow our legal team to help you.