Newark Domestic Violence Attorney
"Domestic violence" refers to assault against a present or past family member or romantic partner: a spouse, ex-spouse, live-in partner, or former dating partner. Allegations of domestic violence or domestic abuse may include charges of the following:
- simple assault (threatening gestures or shoving)
- terroristic threats
- criminal restraint
- criminal sexual contact
- burglary
- harassment
- kidnapping
- false imprisonment
- stalking
- aggravated assault and battery (serious bodily harm).
Domestic violence charges may result in criminal penalties including fines and jail time. If you are convicted, you risk carrying negative implications for child custody, employment and future job prospects, to name a few. The damage to your reputation may be irreparable in your community.
Take Action Promptly
Act quickly to protect your legal rights and defend yourself from unfounded or exaggerated allegations of domestic violence. If jail is a possibility or if you have already been jailed, attorney Calabro can help you get a bail reduction to allow you to stay out of jail.
Contact New Jersey domestic violence attorney Michael Calabro • Free Consultation at 866.537.8063 • Se habla español
Attorney Michael V. Calabro in Newark, New Jersey, is a former police officer and a former prosecutor with extensive experience, knowledge and skills in criminal law. His abilities and insight are valuable attributes in defending people who have been accused or charged with family violence, domestic violence or spousal abuse.
Representation at Restraining Order Hearings
Mr. Calabro represents clients in court on both the criminal offense and in restraining order hearings. He defends people accused of violating temporary or permanent restraining orders as a result of alleged harassment, stalking, threats, or assault.
To discuss the possibility of obtaining an expungement regarding a past domestic violence conviction, call or e-mail the law firm.
