Domestic Abuse Accusations

If you’re facing domestic abuse accusations, it’s essential to consult with a legal expert immediately. These are serious allegations with complex legal considerations; understanding your rights and potential avenues for defence is vital. Our crime defendant solicitors are here to provide the guidance and support you need during this challenging period.

Upon arrest, you’ll be taken to a police station for an interview under caution. Before this interview, you have the right to access legal advice – a right we strongly urge you to exercise. Following the interview, the police may release you with or without charges. It is almost certain that you will be subject to bail conditions preventing you from returning to your home or having contact with the alleged victim. The police may seize your mobile telephone for forensic analysis.

A multi-agency approach will be taken, particularly when the accused or accuser has children. In these circumstances, meetings will be held between the police, local authorities, social services and schools, and sometimes the accused employers.

You may also face disciplinary proceedings at work and/or be suspended.

Yes, you have the right to contact a solicitor if you’re held in police custody. This is a fundamental right and we encourage you to exercise it. Our crime defendant solicitors are on hand to provide immediate legal advice and representation.

The outcomes can range significantly based on the specifics of your case. Charges of domestic abuse can lead to various legal consequences, including restraining orders, fines, community service orders, or even custodial sentences. The precise outcome will be influenced by multiple factors, including the severity of the alleged abuse, whether this is a first-time offence, and the quality of evidence presented in court. This is why expert legal representation is so crucial to navigating these complexities.