An Explanation Of Washington’s Mandatory Arrest Law For Domestic Violence

Domestic Violence Assault Charges in Washington can be very confusing and challenging. There will almost always be a No Contact Order that means the accused will have to stay out of the home and away from the victim. This is very hard on families. It also means there are financial problems because the defendant has a hard time staying or living at a separate home and also supporting his family. Employers can also get upset with the challenges and might fire you. The consequence of an Assault charge with the tag of domestic violence is one of the most devastating criminal charges and a defendant should absolutely hire the best assault attorney possible to get the case resolved quickly. It costs to much and there are too many terrible consequences with delays in these cases.

People are often shocked by the rule that when a law enforcement officer responds to a domestic violence call, someone has to be arrested. Even if the individuals involved don’t want assistance, and everything is back in a peaceful state, someone will be arrested and taken to jail. The arrest most often seems excessive and … Continue reading An Explanation Of Washington’s Mandatory Arrest Law For Domestic Violence

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