Domestic Violence Attorney in Lynnwood, WA
Removing No-Contact Orders in Lynnwood
While there technically is no crime called "domestic violence" in our state, it is a label given to crimes such as
assault,
malicious mischief (damage to property), harassment and others when they involve members of a family or household. In many domestic violence cases a police officer, in accordance with the law, must make an arrest. Following that arrest the court will commonly issue a no-contact order against the accused. The purpose of the order is to prevent any contact with the victim and may include their children, place of work and their home.
I have served the community for years in assisting those accused of domestic violence and other criminal offenses. A small act, an action that is alleged but not true, can each end up with your being unable to contact your loved ones. You can be harshly punished for violating the strict rules of a no-contact order and may easily do this without even being aware of it.
If you have been served with a no-contact order, it is vital that you retain the services of a knowledgeable Lynnwood criminal defense attorney. You need to understand the terms of the order and what it takes to get it removed. By contacting me, Jonathan, at my law offices, you can effectively begin the process while ensuring that you do not violate the no-contact order by mistake.
Domestic Violence Lawyer in Lynnwood
Many judges will keep a no-contact order in place, even if the victim asks for it to be removed. There are, however, several strategies which can be employed to get the order removed quickly or to set up the order being removed at a later date. If you violate a no-contact order on purpose, you can be charged with a gross misdemeanor which carries penalties of $5000 in fines and up to a year in jail. A no-contact order is taken seriously by the courts and law enforcement. I take the determined defense of your rights just as seriously.
Contact a Lynnwood domestic violence lawyer to understand your rights if the court has issued a domestic violence no-contact order against you.