Domestic Violence Attorneys in Albuquerque, NM

Domestic Violence Overview

Domestic Violence

Disagreements occur in any relationship. However, when an argument escalates to the point that someone dials 911, a chain of serious events is set in motion. When the police arrive at your home, they will most likely make an arrest. Even if the person who placed the call decides he or she does not want to press charges, the police can take you into custody and pursue legal action against you.

At the law firm of Gilchrist & Rivera, P.C., we provide aggressive and experienced criminal defense representation to men and women charged with domestic violence in Albuquerque and the surrounding New Mexico communities. Committed to minimizing the impact of charges on your life, our lawyers will thoroughly investigate the accusation and build a strong defense based on the facts of your case.

Domestic Violence Charges Are Serious

Some people mistakenly believe domestic abuse charges are not serious. However, conviction for this offense can:

• Negatively impact a child custody battle
  
• Affect your security clearance
  
• Prohibit your from entering your home
  
• Forbid contact with your family members
  
• Prevent you from owning a firearm

While domestic assault does occur, false charges are frequently made in connection with heated divorce and child custody disputes. Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for an accuser to seek to obtain the upper hand by inventing abuse charges.

Whether you have been charged with spousal abuse or another type of domestic violence, the attorneys at Gilchrist & Rivera are on your side. Even if you have a protective order against you, we will vigorously fight to protect your rights. To schedule a free initial consultation to discuss your domestic violence charge with our legal team, which includes a former prosecutor, call 505-908-3921.

Other Frequent Case Types

• Alcohol Offense in Albuquerque, NM

Areas of Practice

• Domestic Violence
• Criminal Law