Felony Domestic Violence Lawyer in Las Vegas
Facing Felony DV Charges in Las Vegas?
If you have been charged with a domestic violence felony, you may be worried about what will happen next. Will you spend time in prison? Will you pay fines or lose some of your rights? What will the implications be for your family? These concerns are understandable, and they call for the advice of an experienced defense attorney.
Penalties for a Felony Domestic Violence Conviction
If you are convicted of felony battery charges in Nevada, you can face exposure to serious penalties, including a prison sentence of up to five years, fines of up to $10,000, the loss of the right to carry a firearm or hold public office, or other consequences. With stakes like these, it is essential to have the assistance of an experienced defense attorney who understands domestic violence charges.
What makes domestic violence a felony in Nevada?
The Law Office of David R. Fischer provides aggressive defense representation to individuals charged with felony battery domestic violence in Nevada.
Criminal Defense Attorney David R. Fischer has handled hundreds of domestic violence cases, including those involving:
- A third offense – persons found guilty of a third domestic violence offense within seven years, either through a plea or a judge’s decision, are charged with a felony
- Accusations that allege strangulation or substantial bodily harm, which are charged as felonies
- A deadly weapon allegedly being used, which brings felony charges
- Immigration issues, which should be taken seriously in any criminal matter
- Defendants with previous criminal records that are taken into consideration by prosecutors
As your criminal defense attorney, David R. Fischer will take the time to make sure you understand the charges against you and the possible consequences. He believes it is critical for clients to fully understand how what might happen if they take a plea bargain versus going to trial. Since every case is different, attorney David R. Fischer does not push clients to go in one direction or another, but rather provides them with all the information they need to make the most informed decision for themselves.
For more information regarding your specific case, contact us today.