Domestic Violence Attorney Spokane

Offering More Than 17 Years of Defense Experience

Domestic violence charges can quickly create a number of challenges, affecting multiple areas of your life. If you are convicted of domestic violence, you may be denied visitation or custody of your children, encounter difficultly on job applications, or find yourself facing a restraining order. You will also not be allowed to own a firearm, if a judge approves a restraining order.

I am Gerald R. Smith, a domestic violence attorney offering more than 17 years of experience. If you are accused of committing domestic violence charges, I will act quickly to develop an aggressive defense strategy. I understand how to position your case to explain to jurors the important facts arresting police officers may not have overlooked.

I have the experience and investigative skills needed to defend people charged with domestic violence. Contact my law firm today and learn how an experienced Spokane domestic violence attorney can help protect your rights, while seeking to mitigate potential damages.

Telling Jurors the Whole Story in Domestic Violence Cases

When loud, violent arguments between spouses, ex-spouses, or couples occur, it's not uncommon for a neighbor to call the police. Even if there is no evidence of an assault, the boyfriend, husband, or ex-husband is often arrested in order to remove him from the premise and defuse the situation. If a physical confrontation occurred, the police rarely determine who started the fight, who acted in self-defense, or who threatened whom. Instead, they typically arrest the male involved and take him to jail.

I am an experienced domestic violence defense attorney who will investigate the events leading up to your arrest. I will interview eyewitnesses, subpoena emergency room medical records regarding alleged injuries, and carefully review police reports. In court, I interview police officers to determine if they actually understood the situation before making an arrest. I will also point out any evidence that contradicts the allegations against my client. I make sure jurors get the whole story and not just the one-sided version offered by the alleged victim and the prosecution.

Pursuing Plea Bargains Only When in Your Best Interests

In cases where your guilt is not in question, it may be possible to reduce the charges or sentence against you. As your defense lawyer, I will work with prosecutors to explore alternatives to jail and a permanent criminal record. I will also explain extenuating circumstances that may account for your actions, while asking the court to consider community service and counseling in lieu of a harsher sentence.

Contact a Washington State Restraining Order Lawyer

Before law enforcement threatens to punish you with a restraining order, obtain experienced legal help. Contact my law firm today to schedule a free initial consultation. I am committed to protecting your rights and leveling the playing field against you.