Earl Carter has been Defending Domestic Violence allegations since 1975. This experience gives us a decided advantage.

We are confident that we defend against more Domestic Violence allegations than any other Domestic Violence law firm in Sacramento.

Domestic violence cases often have multiple potential legal defenses. Our domestic violence lawyers understand this and have a proven track record of effective domestic violence defense

We believe we have handled more Domestic Violence cases in Sacramento over the past several years than any other Domestic Violence firm.

Our phones are answered by a live person from 8 to 5 Monday through Friday. Very few other attorneys in Sacramento can compete with that.

We are in your Sacramento Court almost every day. We are most likely familiar with the District Attorneys and Judges involved in your case.

Getting arrested for Domestic Violence can be a very scary experience. The legal process which follows an arrest can also be scary and stressful.

Sacramento Domestic Violence Attorney

Do not lose hope! If you have been charged with domestic violence this does not automatically mean you will be convicted. Our skilled and experienced Sacramento Domestic Violence Defense Attorneys will walk alongside you during this difficult legal journey and provide you with effective, efficient legal representation. In many instances we can get these charges reduced or dismissed. Having a misdemeanor or a felony on your criminal record can make it difficult to secure employment, which could detrimentally impact your future. Do not let it get that far. Protect yourself now by working with our attorneys who will strive to have your charges reduced or dismissed. Contact our Sacramento Office today at (916) 82-8349 to schedule a consultation. Your future is waiting.

Sacramento Domestic Violence Attorney

Domestic violence is a serious allegation with serious consequences that can have a grave impact on your life. If you or someone you care about is being charged with domestic violence, you need to contact us immediately. We have decades of experience defending those who have been accused of domestic violence. The good news is that these are charges which can frequently be reduced to a less harmful charge such as disturbing the peace. The bad news is that the State of California has instituted very harsh punishments for those convicted of domestic violence. It is imperative that you have an experienced defense attorney to help you.

A Sacramento Domestic Violence Lawyer May Be Able To Prevent A Conviction

California Penal Code, section 243(e)(1) describes domestic violence as the use of force or violence against an intimate partner, former or current, without leaving a visible injury. Section 273.5 descirbes domestic violence as the infliction of corporal injury on an intimate partner that results in a traumatic condition; in other words, a visible injury. With the former typically being a misdemeanor and the latter typically being a felony, it is imperative to have legal representation who knows the depth and complexities of the law and are looking to serve your interests.

Domestic Violence Consequences

If you are convicted of domestic violence in California, you could face imprisonment in state prison or county jail, thousands of dollars in fee’s and fines, and/or court mandated attendance of a batterer’s program. If you are an immigrant, conviction results in deportation which destroys your chances of becoming a U.S. citizen. But one of the very worst consequences associated with a domestic violence conviction is the effect it can have on your ability to have custody of your children. The California Family Code indicates that anyone convicted of domestic violence is presumed to be unfit for custody. These means a conviction for domestic Violence could result in your loss of custody of your children.