Demestic Violence
If you, or a loved one, are arrested and charged with Domestic Violence or Spousal Abuse, it's extremely important to exercise the right to obtain a Domestic Violence or Spousal Abuse Criminal Defense Lawyer, immediately. Whether charged with a felony or a misdemeanor, James Watkins Attorney at Law, will fight aggressively to defend your case. We can recommend a reputable bondsman and have been successful in obtaining bail bond reductions in several domestic violence and spousal abuse criminal matters. Having an experienced criminal defense attorney represent you could mean lesser penalties, such as charges being reduced from a felony to a misdemeanor, no jail time, or possibly even a case dismissal.
Criminal Defense Attorney James Watkins defends criminal cases in McDonough, Stockbridge, Jonesboro, Forest Park, Georgia Attorneys Henry Clayton Rockdale Fayette County GA. Mr.Watkins is a reputable South Atlanta Domestic Violence & Spousal Abuse Attorney. Mr. Watkins brings several years of experience into the courtroom and is known for building powerful defense cases for his clients.
The state of Georgia takes Domestic Violence cases very seriously. Domestic Violence is abuse inflicted upon any of the following individuals.
- A spouse or former spouse
- A cohabitant or former cohabitant
- A person with whom the charged individual is dating or has had a dating relationship with
- A person with whom the charged has a child with
- A related child
- A blood relation in the second degree (i.e. grandparent)
By law, "abuse" means any of the following:
- Intentionally or recklessly causing or attempting to cause bodily injury to another person
- Sexual assault.
- Placing a person in reasonable apprehension of imminent serious bodily injury
- Engaging in any Restraining Order violation
By retaining our law firm to handle your Domestic Violence or Spousal Abuse case, you are retaining a proficient team of professionals that includes qualified defense attorneys, experienced private investigators, expert witnesses, forensic psychologists and others, dedicated to your criminal defense case. With the combined knowledge and resources of our team we will diligently explore any and all avenues of defense for you. |