Orange County Domestic Violence Defense Lawyers
Domestic Violence Defense
Statistics on Domestic Violence
CASES WE HANDLE
Attorney Jeremy N. Goldman has over 13 years of experience defending people charged with violent crimes:
- Child Abuse
- Sexual offense crimes
- Manslaughter and murder
- Vehicular manslaughter
- Weapon Violations
- Domestic Violence
According to a 1980 study by Straus & Steinmetz, nearly one out of every twenty-five families in the United States experiences domestic violence so severe that a family member is either seriously injured or killed. Criminologists and statisticians now estimate that the probability has more than doubled. Today, nearly half of all "middle of the night" calls to the police involve incidences pertaining to domestic violence. Furthermore, some studies suggest that over a quarter of American families report slapping, punching, fighting, or other forms of violence present in their household.
Violence Defies Stereotypes
Many in our culture perceive domestic violence to be a problem exclusive to families in lower socio-economic brackets. However, statistics show that socio-economic classification does not play a determining factor in the occurrence of domestic violence. In fact, many women who complain of domestic violence are part of middle and upper class society.
Gender does not necessarily dictate who will or won't be the victim in a domestic violence dispute. While women receive far more physical injuries as the result of domestic violence than men do (a ratio of roughly 9:1), statistics show that men and women commit acts of domestic abuse against each other at a near equal rate, with neither gender delivering the brunt of the punishment.
Emotional And Psychological Violence
Violence does not necessarily need to be physical to constitute an actionable offense under the law. Emotional or psychological violence can be as damaging as physical abuse, and even worse in some cases. Psychological abuse can include harassment, belittlement, restriction of movement, and blackmail. Financial crimes against a spouse or partner can also be actionable offenses that, while not physical, are damaging as well.
What To Do If You've Been Accused
Being accused of abusing someone you love and trust can be devastating. Stories can be twisted, facts can be forgotten, and you may find yourself in custody for a crime you did not commit. Once you've been charged and arrested for domestic violence, however, the stigma of this abuse tends to characterize you as a person.
If you've been accused of domestic abuse in Orange County, you may need a skilled and experienced California domestic violence attorney to help clear your name. Call the law offices of Jeremy Goldman at 1-800-349-1619 for a free, confidential assessment of your case, and we will ensure that your rights are upheld every step of the way.
