Los Angeles, California, Criminal Defense Attorney:  Domestic Violence

Los Angeles, California, Criminal Defense Attorney, Jeffery K. Rubenstein, Esq., is one of Los Angeles, California's top Criminal Defense Lawyers.  The criminal defense attorney, who practices in Los Angeles has successfully defended criminal cases for over 15 years.  As a former Los Angeles Deputy District Attorney, the California Criminal Defense Attorney knows how to best represent your domestic violence case. We have insight as to how cases are built by the prosecution.

Los Angeles, California, Criminal Defense Attorney Jeffery K. Rubenstein has one of the best records assisting clients who have been charged with a case involving domestic violence. Our team of exclusively Criminal Defense lawyers have extensive experience and knowledge of the California criminal justice system, which enables us to help our clients make the best decisions about your specific domestic violence case.

The term "domestic violence" refers to crimes involving domestic abuse. "Domestic" is a catch-all phrase that is commonly used to refer to individuals who are married, formerly married, cohabitating (living together), former cohabitants, or a mother or father of his or her child. Any violence used by the accused needs to result in a "traumatic condition". A "traumatic condition" is defined as a wound or external or internal injury caused by physical force, and it can be either minor or serious in nature.

Domestic Violence cases in California are treated differently than other criminal cases and are treated seriously. For example, in Los Angeles County, there are designated Prosecutors and special Domestic Violence Units (DV Units) within the Prosecutor's office that stand ready to aggressively prosecute anyone charged with Domestic Violence. Depending on the severity of the case, a Domestic Violence charge may be filed as a misdemeanor or a felony. Severe injuries (including broken bones or disfigurement) will likely be charged as a felony. A case where minor injuries are reported are usually filed as a misdemeanor. However, prior acts of reported domestic violence and the criminal history of the accused may also influence how the case is filed.

Our LA Criminal Defense Attorneys have successfully defended clients since in all types of domestic violence cases:

Assault or Battery
Domestic partner abuse
Juvenile assaults
Murder or Manslaughter
Restraining Order Violations
Sexual Assault or Rape
Stalking and Kidnapping
Spousal Abuse
Criminal (formerly called "Terrorist") Threats
Threats or Harassment
Verbal Abuse

Domestic violence convictions in the state of California can hold severe, life-altering consequences, including the imposition of restraining orders, incarceration, fines, loss of child custody and/or visitation rights, and a criminal record.

If you have been accused of a Domestic Violence in Los Angeles or anywhere in California, and are seeking an experienced "best in class" lawyer, Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney, Jeffery Rubenstein, Esq. and his team of top Criminal Defense Lawyers are the best attorneys in the state of California to handle your Domestic Violence case.