Domestic Violence

One of the most commonly filed charges in Massachusetts are domestic violence charges. In Massachusetts, even if you are merely accused of domestic violence, the police can, and will, arrest you and bring you to jail. In many cases, the accused are caught in a situation where he/she was innocent or had to defend him/herself. Sometimes, the other side was lying or exaggerating the accused's actions, in order to gain an upper hand through the criminal justice system. If you have a domestic violence charge filed against you, you are forced to defend yourself to avoid jail time, fines, community service, probation, or other penalties. Don't face the legal system alone. Contact an experienced Boston domestic violence attorneys at Bellotti Law Group, P.C. handle your case. Call 617-225-2100 for a free consultation today. 

The Boston, Cambridge, and Quincy domestic violence defense lawyers at Bellotti Law Group, P.C. understand that domestic violence can permanently damage families. Too often, false or exaggerated domestic violence allegations hurt innocent people. Massachusetts has a system in place that is designed to protect the victims of domestic violence. However, there are also people who use domestic violence charges in order to gain an advantage in a related divorce, child custody, or family law matter. Talk to a domestic violence defense attorney at Bellotti Law Group, in Boston, Cambridge and Quincy, Massachusetts at 617-225-2100. We have successfully handled hundreds of domestic violence cases and often attain not guilty verdicts and dismissal of charges.

A conviction for domestic violence can ruin your reputation and the damages can extend beyond criminal liability. Your personal and professional life is at risk. Once a domestic violence charge is issued, you may have difficulty maintaining or gaining employment, personal relationships, or social connections. A conviction has harsh punishments, including potential incarceration, hefty fines, community service, probation, and other penalties. If you have been charged with a domestic violence offense, it is imperative to contact the experienced criminal defense attorneys at Bellotti Law Group, P.C. to help avoid or minimize these consequences.

Following a domestic violence incident, one party may seek a restraining order. That order can keep you from your home and from seeing your children. The restraining order also becomes part of the public record. Talk to a defense attorney about your rights. The lawyers at Bellotti Law Group, P.C. have experience with restraining order cases and domestic violence charges. Call 617-225-2100 for a free consultation today. 

Being arrested does not mean you have to take whatever your accuser and the prosecutor dish out. You have rights. You owe it to yourself and your family to get this matter resolved. Our lawyers have guided many people through this issue. We know the law, the justice system, and your rights. A conviction on domestic violence charges can mean a loss of freedom. You may also be subject to a permanent restraining order that would keep you from having a normal relationship with your children. The resulting criminal record can have a profound effect on your ability to get a job or a professional license.

There are many legitimate reasons why you should escape criminal liability following a domestic violence charge. You may have been falsely accused or acting out of self defense. Each domestic violence case is unique and requires a skilled defense attorney to uncover all the circumstances surrounding the charge. The criminal defense lawyers at Bellotti Law Group, P.C. begin negotiating on your behalf immediately. We aggressively and thoroughly review any evidence the police have collected against you and carefully build the best defense possible on your behalf.

If you are facing domestic violence charges, talk with a lawyer. The attorneys at Bellotti Law Group, P.C. will listen to your story and develop a strong defense strategy. We have attorneys licensed to practice in Massachusetts, Connecticut and Rhode Island. We have successfully handled hundreds of domestic violence cases. No matter the circumstances surrounding your case, the attorneys at Bellotti Law carefully assess your case and present the best possible criminal defense on your behalf. At Bellotti Law Group, P.C. cover a variety of criminal cases, such as OUIs, restraining orders, sex crimes, etc. 

Bellotti Law Group, P.C. serves Boston, Cambridge, Quincy, Braintree, the South Shore, and all of Massachusetts. Contact us today at 617-225-2100 for a free consultation. You can also contact us through our online form.