False Accusations

San Antonio Domestic Violence Defense Attorney

When couples or spouses are angry at each other, false accusations alleging abuse or domestic violence may enter the picture. However, given the politically sensitive nature surrounding domestic violence accusations, prosecutors are often reluctant to dismiss a case outright - even when police reports are substandard and a lack of physical evidence exists. At Law Offices of Bill Baskette page, I represent clients in cases involving false accusations of domestic violence. I review police reports, interview eyewitnesses, and point to a lack of physical evidence in asking for a dismissal of charges involving my client.

If you are facing charges on domestic violence or have made charges that involve false accusations, contact me, domestic violence lawyer Bill Baskette today for a Free Email Consultation to discuss your case.

Undermining False Accusations in Domestic Violence Cases

In most domestic assault cases, one or both people involved sustain injuries. As a result, there is usually an emergency room report, eyewitness testimony, destruction of property and other available evidence. Unfortunately, when police are more interested in diffusing a situation rather than actually fighting crime, an arrest is made on nothing more than the claims of an angry spouse or girlfriend.

In order to defend clients facing domestic abuse charges, I regularly work with investigators and forensic experts in reviewing the scene of an alleged domestic assault. My office also requests that a medical exam, psychological exam and review of the alleged victim's medical records be undertaken. When applicable, I expose drug and alcohol addiction, psychological problems and patterns of behavior that might explain why false accusations were made against my client.

Why False Accusations are Worth Fighting

A restraining order often follows a charge of domestic violence. If a judge grants a long-term restraining order, you could be required to move out of your apartment or house if you share it with the person who requested the restraining order against you. Additionally, you will be required to relinquish ownership of any firearms you own. Once a restraining order is in effect, you must carefully abide by its terms or face penalties like jail time.

A conviction on domestic violence or violation of a restraining order can impact your mobility, your housing options (for example, you will not be able to live within a certain distance of the person who requested the order), educational opportunities, visitation or custody/conservatorship rights and your criminal record. You could even lose your job if your employer has a zero-tolerance policy regarding criminal convictions. It is essential that you fight false accusations - failing to do so could impact your life for years to come.

Contact Criminal Defense and Family Law Attorney Bill Baskette Today

If you are facing false accusations involving domestic violence, contact criminal defense lawyer Bill Baskette today for a Free Email Consultation. I can evaluate the case against you and explain how my office can help fight the charges against you.