In these domestic violence cases, the defendant always has to appear. Generally, in misdemeanor cases, the defendant is not required to appear in court, but in these proceedings, the defendant has to appear in court for every hearing.
It is always wise to hire counsel when faced with these charges, given the potential exposure to custody. There are many ways in which private counsel helps ameliorate situations and mitigate possible consequences. A skilled attorney will act in advance, enroll the individual in counseling, and take other affirmative steps to show that the incident was an isolated incident and that there is no risk of future harm.
With the guidance of a skilled attorney for Domestic Violence Law Cases, you can have the peace of mind that comes with knowing that we’ll make it look easy.