Domestic Violence/Spousal Abuse

Allegations of domestic violence are taken very seriously by the courts. Unfortunately the accused do not always have the benefit of the doubt. This can be extremely unfair to those charged because in most cases of domestic abuse, there are different versions of the truth. That is why it is so important to have an aggressive legal fighter in your corner. Otherwise, if convicted, you may face jail time, a restraining order and a permanent record. In addition, a conviction of domestic violence can even affect your parental rights.

There Are Two Sides to Every Story of Domestic Violence

Since 1998, the Law Offices of Ruben Ortiz has been helping clients defend against a wide range of criminal charges, including those of domestic violence. Tens of Thousands of individuals have trusted us with their criminal matters, and the community voted attorney Ortiz as “The Best Lawyer To Get You Out Of Trouble,” from 2007-2012, as reported by El Paso’s What’s Up Entertainment Weekly.

When you face domestic assault charges, we know that you have a story to tell as well. Maybe your spouse logged a false complaint. Perhaps the assault was truly an accident. Maybe you injured a family member while defending yourself against an attack. Or perhaps you have made a one-time mistake. Regardless of your circumstances, our job is to be your legal advocate, fight for your rights and help you find the best possible results for your charge.

What Happens if I Am Facing a Second Misdemeanor Charge of Domestic Assault?

In the state of Texas, if you have been convicted of a domestic violence misdemeanor, any subsequent misdemeanor charge will automatically be raised to a felony offense.

Should I Try to Sort Things Out With the Police on My Own?

If you have been charged with an assault crime or are being questioned by the police, do not give a statement without consulting an attorney. Many assume if they give law enforcement officials an explanation of the event, things will be cleared up and the charges will be dropped, but this is usually not the case.

Police will use what you say against you, and they will give prosecutors your statement as ammunition. Your best bet is to contact our law firm. We will do the speaking for you. We understand the law and your rights, and how to protect your future.

Contact Our El Paso Spousal Abuse Defense Lawyer

Contact our El Paso domestic violence defense lawyers today at (915) 308-8850. The sooner we start fighting your charges, the better chance we have for a successful outcome.