DALLAS FAMILY VIOLENCE ATTORNEYS

MODJARRAD & ABUSAAD (M&A) LAW FIRM is a Dallas based law firm that deals with all kinds of Criminal Defense Cases. Our experienced Criminal Defense Attorneys are here to help you with all your Family Violence cases. We are here to save your rights, and we make sure that you know what your rights are. Our legal team handles all kinds of Family Violence, and we have been representing our clients in various counties, including: Dallas, Denton, Tarrant, and Collin.

 

TEXAS LAWS ABOUT FAMILY VIOLENCE

Family Violence constitutes a violent act toward a family member, partner, boyfriend/girlfriend, roommate, or any other person that you are living or have lived under the same roof.

Being convicted for assault of Family Violence in Texas has some harsh and serious consequences. For example, your rights to have firearms may be taken away, and later on, if you are found to be in possession of a fire arm, the offense can be considered a federal crime. Moreover, if you are convicted of another assault family violence (2nd assault family violence), then it will be a felony rather than a misdemeanor. Finally, a third degree felony conviction is punishable by up to ten years in prison and a $10,000 fine.

 

arrested for assault family violence?

If you are under investigation or have been arrested for assault of Family Violence, then it is important to know the following:

• Make no statements regardless of what is told or represented by anyone.
• Secure legal representation immediately.
• Try to document injuries sustained by either party, take pictures.
• Get some counseling.
• Obtain medical records and gather information to see the big picture.

 

emotional aspect of family violence

When a person is facing and dealing with the justice system, it is natural for him or her to have a wide range of emotions such as anger, resentment, rage, depression, or anxiety. People want to blame the other person and want the other person to take some responsibility for your situation. We, at M&A law firm, acknowledge such emotions and work with array of professional counselors and psychologists to help our clients to overcome such hurdles and have our clients come to an amicable and peaceful conflict resolution. Through the years, our clients, by being proactive and getting professional help, have gotten better results in their cases, such as less severe sentencing, reduction of charges, less fines, and even dismissal of charges.

 

Affidavit of non-prosecution (ANP)

Sometimes, a simple argument can be blown out of proportion, and a minor non-incident turns into an assault Family Violence. After the parties had time to cool down, they realize that they did not want to start a legal proceeding. Unfortunately, when a legal proceeding starts, the parties cannot easily stop the process. This is because under Texas law a person cannot simply withdraw a charge for assault Family Violence.

 

Emergency Protective Orders (PO)

A protective order is a court order that is designed to stop violent and harassing behavior and to protect a person and his or her family members from an abuser. The purpose of a protective order is to prevent future assaults by a family member. The protective order will usually make it illegal for the assailant to be near the victim, his or her children, his or her home and workplace, and school. If the assailant violates the protective order (PO), then the victim can call the police to intervene before the assailant can harm the victim or the victim’s family. An assailant that violates certain parts of a protective order can be arrested and faced with a new criminal charge. Our assault family violence defense lawyers are familiar with the terms of the protective orders and can help you to honor the terms.

 

Common questions about getting charges withdrawn

One of the most common question that our assault family violence defense attorneys deal with is that how are we able to get the charges to go away?

Simple answer is that we know Collin, Dallas, Denton, and Tarrant county court systems. We know what works and what does not. We work closely with prosecutors. We guide and help our clients with their affidavits of non-prosecutions. We encourage our clients to take or meet with professionals such as counselors and psychologists. We dedicate time; we investigate all backgrounds and information critical to the case. We are prepared when dealing with prosecutors. We stay abreast of all new legal developments. Simply put, we work hard to make sure that your interest and rights are protected.

 

Can criminal records get expunged? Can criminal record get cleared?

Our firm is aware that an arrest for assault Family Violence can have a seriously negative impact upon a person’s job, career, family, social interactions, and life, and that is why after a successful resolution of a case, we always work on getting our clients’ record expunged (cleared).

 

WE can HELP WITH Family violence CASES

The circumstances surrounding Family Violence are different. If you are charged with an Family Violence, call us. We are here to protect your rights. We will work hard to build a wining defensive strategy for your specific case. We fight to win.

 

When should you hire a criminal defense lawyer?

Most of the time, when someone is arrested, a judge will set some sort of bail for the person. Bail is a process through which an arrested person is allowed to pay certain sum of money in exchange for his or her release from jail.

 

BAIL VS. HIRING AN ATTORNEY

Many people make the mistake by rushing to bail a family member or a friend out of jail, only then to realize that they do not have enough money to hire a Criminal Defense lawyer who may be able to help them fight the charges.

 

WE CAN HELP YOU WITH THE BAIL PROCESS

We can help you with the bail process. First, if the bail amount is too high, depending upon the charge and circumstances, we can make a motion to the court to reduce it. Next, if the facts and circumstances permit, we can move the court to have you released on your own recognizance (own recognizance means you pay no money for bail). Finally, if all avenues fail, we can get you or your loved one out of jail through our attorney bond (for Dallas County only). If circumstances permit, we will get you out of jail.

 

FACTS CONSIDERED BY THE JUDGE FOR BAIL

These are some simple facts that are considered by the judge when we file a motion to have your bond reduced or have you released on your own recognizance (O.R. Bond):

• Risk of flight (not coming back to court to face and resolve the charges)
• Length of time in the community
• Family ties to the community
• Employment status
• Prior criminal history and charges
• Your current charge and the nature of it
• Public interest
• Amount of the bail
• Any past failures to appear in the court.

 

WE FIGHT FOR YOUR RIGHTS

We know that when facing a criminal charge, your freedom is at stake. Do not leave your constitutional rights and freedom to chance. You need to hire a criminal defense lawyer that will stand behind you through this unpleasant process. We are here to fight for you. Give us a call and let us help you. We are the LAWYERS ON YOUR SIDE™.