Experienced Rhode Island Domestic Simple Assault Lawyers Ready To Assist You
Office Locations in Providence and Warren Areas
Have you been accused of violence or threatening violence against a family or household member? You could end up facing a domestic simple assault charge, which could do serious harm to your record and even put you behind bars. Your best defense is to have an aggressive Rhode Island domestic simple assault lawyer behind you to contest your charges and work towards a positive resolution.
We prioritize offering our clients direct and honest legal advice pertaining to their unique situation. We make ourselves available 24/7 to our clients who have been arrested and are unsure of what to do next. How you proceed in the wake of an arrest is of vital importance, and we work hard to inform clients of their legal rights while providing them with skilled representation in court.
Avoid a Conviction at All Costs
Any spouse, former spouse, adult blood relatives, or household members can be victims of domestic simple assault.
While a misdemeanor, a domestic simple assault conviction can bring:
- Up to 1 year in jail
- Fines of up to $1,000
- Mandatory domestic violence counseling
- Mandatory increased court costs
Conviction for a second simple assault charge comes with at least 10 days spent in jail and up to a year behind bars. You need to take such accusations seriously and speak with a highly-qualified Rhode Island domestic simple assault attorney from our firm to prepare your defense as quickly as possible.
In addition to these penalties, domestic violence charges are more difficult to expunge from your record than other misdemeanors.
Reliable Advocacy throughout Rhode Island
You have rights worth defending, no matter what the details of your case are. If there is insufficient evidence, your charges may be dismissed. It is sometimes the case that domestic violence charges are the result of a misunderstanding or spite. Your rights deserve to be upheld, and our domestic simple assault lawyers have all the tools to ensure them against criminal accusations.
Serving the cities of Warren and all of Rhode Island.
Your defense begins with consulting with our firm—call today to set up a case evaluation!