Dallas Domestic Violence Attorney

Domestic violence is a very serious charge. Not only can it carry stiff fines and jail time, but it can negatively impact your family life. In addition, the social stigma can hurt your personal and professional lives. If you have been charged with domestic violence, it is extremely important to seek legal representation from an experienced lawyer.

A skilled domestic violence attorney can represent you and protect your rights. John R. Teakell has over 20 years of experience practicing law. He is proud to represent clients from the Dallas-Fort Worth area. If you have been charged with domestic violence, contact John R. Teakell online or call 214-523-9076 immediately.

What is Domestic Violence?

Domestic violence covers both physical and sexual violence. Even minor injuries can result in arrest and prosecution for violating domestic violence laws. Examples of acts that can be considered domestic violence include:

• Assault
• Battery
• Sexual assault
• Sexual battery
• Stalking
• Kidnapping
• False imprisonment

Who Can Be Charged?

A common misconception is that only married people can be charged with domestic violence. This, however, is simply not true. People who can be charged with domestic violence include:

• Married couples
• Cohabiting couples
• Domestic partners
• Couples with common children
• Couples dating
• Ex-spouses and ex-partners

What are the Penalties?

For a first time offender, these are the penalties for being convicted of domestic violence:

• A sentence of up to one year in jail
• A fine up to $4,000
• You may be required to undergo counseling and therapy

Subsequent convictions carry much steeper penalties. While a first offense is a Class A Misdemeanor, second offenses are considered felonies under the law, and can carry up to ten years in prison.

Contact a Domestic Violence Lawyer in Dallas

A Class A Misdemeanor conviction is very serious, and can seriously affect your life even after your time has been served. Therefore, it is in your best interest to contact an experienced domestic violence attorney. John R. Teakell can represent you and protect your rights. He will fight to get you the most favorable possible outcome. If you live in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, you can contact him online or at 619-229-1870.