Once charges have been filed against you, only the district attorney can drop them. Even if the alleged victim says that they do not want to press charges, the case will not be dismissed. That means that you need to be prepared to go to court to defend against your charges. If you are facing charges for domestic violence, ensure your rights remain protected with a skilled Arizona domestic violence lawyer on your side. As a former prosecutor, and having handled thousands of cases, I have the experience and knowledge to help you defend against your charges.