Virginia Domestic Violence Attorneys

Defense Lawyers in Fairfax, Richmond and Prince William

Virginia law defines domestic violence as assault and battery against a member of one’s family or household. Also referred to as domestic assault, this crime is a type of violent crime which may be charged as a misdemeanor or a felony, depending upon the particular circumstances.

The criminal defense lawyers at Brisendine, Overand, Buster & Bernstein are experienced in helping those who have been accused of domestic violence. These charges are serious and can have a number of negative effects upon a person besides the obvious criminal penalties associated with a conviction (such as jail time, fines, etc.) A person who is convicted of domestic violence will face a damaged reputation and may lose custody of his or her children. A criminal conviction may also be viewed by potential employers, and this can affect one’s livelihood.

At our firm, we believe in defending our clients’ rights in order to help them avoid a conviction for this serious offense. We offer a free case evaluation with a Virginia domestic violence lawyer at our firm, so we can discuss your charges and help you make an informed decision as to what to do next.

Domestic Violence Charges in Virginia

• Simple assault and battery against a family member or household member is a Class 1 Misdemeanor, punishable by up to 12 months in jail and fines of up to $2,500 in fines.
• If the defendant has two prior convictions for domestic violence, assault and battery against a family or household member will be classified as a Class 6 Felony, punishable by up to 5 years in prison and fines of up to $2,500.

Virginia Domestic Assault Attorney

Contact a Virginia domestic assault attorney at Brisendine, Overand, Buster & Bernstein today if you have been accused of domestic violence. Once law enforcement becomes involved, you will most likely face domestic violence charges even if your family member or household member does not want to press charges. You need a defense attorney on your side that will zealously defend your rights and freedom.

At our firm, we take on domestic violence cases throughout all of Virginia, including in Fairfax County, Prince William County, Richmond, Henrico County and Chesterfield County.

Contact a Virginia domestic violence lawyer at Brisendine, Overand, Buster & Bernstein today!