If you have been arrested for a domestic violence charge, the procedure may seem confusing and intimidating. It is important at this stage that you speak to a criminal defense attorney who can help you through the process. Often times, DV cases rely heavily on testimonial evidence (the sworn statements of witnesses in court.) Therefore, even if you have done NOTHING WRONG, it is often not the best practice to discuss your side of the story with the police, especially without counsel present. If you have been arrested for DV, the police should have probable cause to believe you committed a crime. Their job now is to investigate and obtain evidence of this crime, and anything you say can (and likely will) be used against you!
Therefore, if you have been arrested for a DV crime and you are being interrogated by the police, you should again CLEARLY assert your right to remain silent, and CLEARLY request to speak to an attorney (saying something such as “maybe I should speak to an attorney” may not be enough to unambiguously invoke your rights.) At this point the officer must cease questioning. If you do not clearly request to speak to an attorney, the officer may resume questioning at a later time, so you should make it clear that you wish to exercise both your right to remain silent and your right to an attorney. Michigan v. Moseley, 423 U.S. 96 (1975).