Domestic Violence

Georgia family violence defense attorneys

Conviction of a domestic violence charge carries many serious consequences. It can prevent you from holding certain types of jobs. You may lose child custody or visitation rights. You will lose your right to own a firearm. If at all possible, you should try to avoid a conviction for family violence.

From offices in Alpharetta and Cumming, GA, the attorneys of Daniel W. Mitnick & Associates, PC are experienced criminal defense lawyers serving clients in the Atlanta area and across northern Georgia. We provide aggressive representation in cases involving family violence and domestic battery. An attorney at our firm can evaluate your situation and discuss possible defense strategies with you.

Building a successful defense

While some family violence allegations have substance, many are exaggerated. Some are made by spouses seeking an advantage during the divorce process or in a child custody or visitation dispute.  Our experienced attorneys work to build a strong and effective defense for you.

A successful defense of a family violence charge is possible. To accomplish this, our lawyers carefully review the evidence and interview witnesses and family members if possible. If we find contradictions or discrepancies, we may be able to convince the prosecutor to drop all charges or file a lesser charge that does not carry the domestic violence stigma. Alternatively, we may be able to convince the alleged victim that to recant will benefit the family, although in these cases the prosecutor can still carry the case forward. When necessary, we aggressively defend our clients at trial.

We have good relationships with prosecutors in and around the Atlanta metro area. Often, we can negotiate a plea that minimizes penalties and involves counseling, anger management classes, alcohol or drug treatment, or other alternatives to conviction or incarceration.

In addition to representing clients accused of the criminal charge of family violence, we also represent clients in civil proceedings which determine whether a protective order will be issued.

Serving clients in the Atlanta area and across North Georgia

From offices in Alpharetta, Cumming, Canton and Gainesville, GA the attorneys of Daniel W. Mitnick & Associates, PC provide sophisticated criminal defense, family law, personal injury, and bankruptcy legal representation for clients in the communities of—

Call 770-408-7000 today, or contact us for a consultation with one of our lawyers.

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