Domestic Violence. 
Champions Of Your Defense.

In Washington State, domestic violence is classified as a criminal act committed by one family member or household member against another. The law has categorized the following as domestic violence crimes:

• Malicious Mischief / destruction of property
• Sexual assault
• Interfering with reporting of domestic violence
• Physical violence or threat of violence
• Stalking
• Domestic assault not resulting in physical injuries
• Violation of a No Contact Order/Restraining Order

Exaggerated and false accusations of domestic violence can turn your life into a nightmare. Being charged with domestic violence in Seattle, Tacoma or Olympia, WA can lead to a conviction. Our domestic violence lawyers at Pacific Point will take the time to understand details of your case and be mindful of your immediate concerns and future needs.

Because these allegations are usually based on one persons account of an incident there is often very little physical evidence to support the charge. The charges often arise from a heated moment and can be exaggerated or even fabricated. Calling into question the accuracy of the “victim’s” statement is one of primary ways to combat charges of domestic violence. An experienced Kitsap County Domestic Violence lawyer can make all of the difference. The Attorney’s at Horwath Law routinely obtains 
dismissals on domestic violence charges.

If you have been arrested or charged with a crime of Domestic Violence in Kitsap County or King County the consequences can be very serious. Even, misdemeanor DV charges can result in jail of up to 364 days and fines of up to $5000.

What’s more is that whether your case is a misdemeanor or felony, if you are convicted of a crime involving Domestic Violence in Bremerton, or Port Orchard, the court often times orders anger management or domestic violence classes, protective orders, and probation. The loss of firearm rights is also a direct consequence of a DV conviction (which can be particularly impaction if you are a military member). If you are facing Kitsap County  Domestic Violence charges it is imperative that you bring on a team of competent criminal defense attorneys.

You are probably already aware that when the police respond to a domestic violence 911 call, an arrest of one of the parties present is extremely likely. Often you or your loved one will be forced out of the home while the case is pending. Washington has some of the harshest domestic violence laws and once the process has begun, the complaining witness no longer has the right to drop the charges.

People are often shocked that a felony level Tacoma domestic violence assault (2nd Degree Assault) can arise without any actual physical marks on an alleged victim. Assault in the second degree, which is a very serious strike offense, can arise from an allegation of choking or strangulation without injuries. Judges in Pierce, King and Thurston County have no problem setting bail upwards of $50,000 at the first appearance even when the defendant has no criminal history.

• Assault (1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Degree)
• Violation of a Protection Order
• Violation of a No Contact Order
• Malicious Mischief/Destruction of Property
• Harassment