Have you or a loved one been charged with domestic violence? Domestic violence charges can be difficult for the accused and their family, and often have lifelong implications, even if found not guilty.

A domestic violence crime is the purposeful infliction of harm upon another person living in the same residence. The other person can be a spouse, family member, child, or cohabitant, and the action can be any threat or violence of a physical and/ or emotional nature that causes a traumatic condition in the victim. Most commonly the charged individual is a male, although domestic violence charges are brought regardless of gender. The violence usually involves one individual forcing dominance over the other.

Because of the violent and cruel nature of these crimes, the court usually rules mercilessly on the accused. Flimsy evidence and fabricated testimonies will hold a lot of weight, so that even completely innocent parties end up with lifelong consequences. We recommend that you bring your case to Drummond & Nelson immediately so we can start building a strong case for you as soon as possible.

If you are innocent and facing domestic violence charges, know that there is always hope. Don’t allow yourself to be convicted for a crime you didn’t commit. Your act may have been in self-defense, which is a defensible argument in court that could limit your charges or have them dropped completely. On the other hand, without professional legal assistance, you could get convicted for more serious charges like assault with a deadly weapon or felony charges. By getting in contact with Drummond & Nelson today, you can take control of the situation before it gets out of hand and has permanent consequences for your life.

Drummond & Nelson is highly experienced in all kinds of criminal defense cases, and has handled many domestic violence cases. We bring expertise and tenacity to each case and are committed to the defense of our clients’ rights. Call today for a free consultation and learn how our attorneys can help you.

The words assault and battery are considered synonyms by some, but under the law in Nevada they are in fact two separate crimes. Both involve intentionally harming someone, but battery is defined by the actual act of physical violence, while assault can only indicate a threat of violence or physical harm. Causing someone to fear for their lives or be scared of being purposely hurt is no joke and the law reflects that.

Aggravated assault refers to the most severe instances of assault. Instances of aggravated assault that are often in the news are those where elderly people are abused by their caretakers or nursing home attendants. Cases that involve weapons or rape can also fall under the umbrella of aggravated assault. These are all crimes that if convicted will have serious consequences for all parties involved.

Have you been charged with assault in Las Vegas?

Depending on the severity of the crime the state alleges you committed, you can be charged with a misdemeanor or a felony. If convicted you may have to pay heavy fines, do probation, or serve jail time. What would your family do if you went to jail? Even if you serve your time, an assault conviction on your record can prevent you from getting a job, renting an apartment, and doing other things that require background checks. Not to mention the effect it will have on your personal relationships and how you are perceived by others. There is no escaping the stigma of this charge, as it may stay on your record for many years.

Don’t jeopardize your future because you think you’re competent enough to fight this by yourself. The attorneys at the Drummond Law Firm, P.C. have worked with numerous assault cases in Vegas over the years, and they know what it takes to fight such charges. Let us put our legal experience and expertise to work for you so you can get back to living your life. Call us today at (702) 366-9966 for a free consultation.