Bakersfield, California: Domestic Violence Defense
California police take calls relating to domestic assault very seriously. If there is evidence of a physical fight — or if the police believe that someone is in danger — the police will make an arrest first and ask questions later.
Once you and your wife or girlfriend start involving the police and prosecutors in your private affairs, it can be very difficult to return your relationship to a private matter between the two of you.
Even if you believe you can make amends with your wife or girlfriend, it is important to seek legal advice from an experienced criminal defense lawyer if you have been arrested on criminal domestic violence charges. Without help from an experienced and aggressive defense attorney, you face very serious consequences as the result of a domestic violence arrest.
Law Office of John Tello ∙ Bakersfield, California
At the Law Office of John Tello, we offer criminal defense services for both misdemeanor and felony domestic violence charges. Attorney John Tello has more than 30 years of experience working locally as a lawyer, and he is committed to providing high-quality legal services to residents of Bakersfield and the surrounding communities.
Questions We Ask in Domestic Violence Cases
As an experienced criminal defense lawyer, Mr. Tello knows the important questions to ask when defending a client against spousal abuse charges:
- Is there a divorce or child custody case pending between you and your partner? Is it possible that the emotions of that civil case have caused the current charges?
- Does your spouse have a complaint against you that has caused her to use an accusation of domestic violence?
- Is there another person involved in your relationship, in a way that might cause violence in the home?
- Do you or does your spouse have any history of violence? Have the police been called out to the home before this incident?
- Is your significant other friendly or antagonistic to you? Do you think your spouse would be willing to resolve the problem without going through the criminal justice system?
- Would your spouse be willing to lift the stay-away or restraining order?
Learn More ∙ Schedule a Free and Confidential Initial Consultation
For answers to general questions about criminal law and domestic violence defense, visit our FAQ page and Domestic Violence Information Center.
If you have been arrested on a domestic violence charge, we urge you to seek legal advice as soon as possible. To schedule a free and confidential meeting with attorney John Tello, call toll free 866-959-6439 or send us an e-mail.
