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THE IMPACT OF CHARGES FOR PENAL CODE 273.5 PC
If you have received a citation for penal code 273.5 PC, the authorities may have accused you of committing a violent crime. Such a crime can significantly affect your life, leaving you with long-term negative consequences if you fail to defend your citation or decide to fight your battle alone. Jail time, hefty fines, and suspicion and fear from future employment prospects, family members, and community members are just a few examples of the consequences you may face. Therefore, you need a seasoned attorney to help you tackle the charge of corporal injury on a spouse or cohabitant and overcome it.
What Constitutes Corporal Injury?
Corporal injury, also known as domestic violence, refers to any injury that leaves marks, bruises, broken bones, disfigurement, or long-lasting pain. The actions that could cause such injuries include punching, biting, slapping, arm-twisting, choking, and mushing. For an accused person to be guilty of corporal injury on a spouse or inhabitant, they must inflict pain on a qualified person. Besides, the victim must be able to prove the validity of their claim.
Understanding Corporal Injury on a Spouse or Cohabitant
Corporal injury on a spouse or cohabitant happens when an offender performs any of the above-stated acts against their spouse, husband, wife, or another person who lives with them. For example, the victim could be the child of the husband or wife. The victim could also include an ex-mate, ex-spouse, or ex-cohabitant. The presence of physical injuries is what differentiates this crime from a typical act of domestic violence. While threats and verbal abuse fall under the domestic violence category, corporal punishment is strictly physical.
Penalties for Inflicting Corporal Injury on a Spouse or Cohabitant
The degree of severity of corporal injury and the defendant’s criminal history determines whether the corporal injury on a spouse or cohabitant charge qualifies to be a misdemeanor or a felony. A misdemeanor charge could lead to a jail term of up to one year and a fine of up to $6,000, while a felony charge could result in a prison sentence of up to four years. To avoid losing your job, family, and home over such a charge, you need to allow an attorney to step in and represent you.
Possible Defense Strategies
An experienced lawyer can employ several strategies to protect you from legal condemnation. One of the strategies your attorney will use is evaluating your arrest circumstances. In case the arrest circumstances were flawed in any way, the lawyer will request a dismissal. Another strategy that your lawyer may employ is proving that the accusation is false, and you are not the perpetrator. Your attorney will consider all these factors and build a robust defense strategy for you. The primary goal will be acquittal, and if that does not work, your lawyer may try a sentence reduction. However, the ultimate goal is to have your charges dismissed entirely.
Schedule a Case Evaluation
You should not let the stress of worrying about your case tear you apart. Instead, schedule a case evaluation with one of our aggressive defenders. You can do so by calling us or filling a short form online. Tell us a bit about yourself and the specifics of your case. We are always happy to help. Our attorneys have a history of getting our clients out of hot water. Therefore, schedule a meeting today and start the journey towards freedom from the charge tomorrow.
The Impact Of Charges For Penal Code 273.5 PC |
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If you have received a citation for penal code 273.5 PC, the authorities may have accused you of committing a violent crime. Such a crime can significantly affect your life, leaving you with long-term negative consequences if you fail to defend your citation or decide to fight your battle alone. Jail time, hefty fines, and suspicion and fear from future employment prospects, family members, and community members are just a few examples of the consequences you may face. Therefore, you need a seasoned attorney to help you tackle the charge of corporal injury on a spouse or cohabitant and overcome it. |
What Constitutes Corporal Injury? |
Corporal injury, also known as domestic violence, refers to any injury that leaves marks, bruises, broken bones, disfigurement, or long-lasting pain. The actions that could cause such injuries include punching, biting, slapping, arm-twisting, choking, and mushing. For an accused person to be guilty of corporal injury on a spouse or inhabitant, they must inflict pain on a qualified person. Besides, the victim must be able to prove the validity of their claim. |
Understanding Corporal Injury on a Spouse or Cohabitant |
Corporal injury on a spouse or cohabitant happens when an offender performs any of the above-stated acts against their spouse, husband, wife, or another person who lives with them. For example, the victim could be the child of the husband or wife. The victim could also include an ex-mate, ex-spouse, or ex-cohabitant. The presence of physical injuries is what differentiates this crime from a typical act of domestic violence. While threats and verbal abuse fall under the domestic violence category, corporal punishment is strictly physical. |
Penalties for Inflicting Corporal Injury on a Spouse or Cohabitant |
The degree of severity of corporal injury and the defendant’s criminal history determines whether the corporal injury on a spouse or cohabitant charge qualifies to be a misdemeanor or a felony. A misdemeanor charge could lead to a jail term of up to one year and a fine of up to $6,000, while a felony charge could result in a prison sentence of up to four years. To avoid losing your job, family, and home over such a charge, you need to allow an attorney to step in and represent you. |
Possible Defense Strategies |
An experienced lawyer can employ several strategies to protect you from legal condemnation. One of the strategies your attorney will use is evaluating your arrest circumstances. In case the arrest circumstances were flawed in any way, the lawyer will request a dismissal. Another strategy that your lawyer may employ is proving that the accusation is false, and you are not the perpetrator. Your attorney will carefully consider all factors and build a robust defense strategy for you. The primary goal will be acquittal, and if that does not work, your lawyer may try a sentence reduction. However, the ultimate goal is to have your charges dismissed entirely. |
Schedule a Case Evaluation |
You should not let the stress of worrying about your case tear you apart. Instead, schedule a case evaluation with one of our aggressive defenders. You can do so by calling us or filling a short form online. Let us know some details about yourself and the specifics of your case. We are always delighted to help. Our attorneys have a history of successfully getting our clients out of hot water. Therefore, schedule a meeting today and start the journey towards freedom from the charges tomorrow. |
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