Did You or Someone you Care about Violate Penal Code Section 273.5?

California Penal Code Section 273.5 is the most commonly charged domestic violence related charge that deals with corporal injury to an individual who is or who once was an intimate partner of the accused.  Remember this…some women and men who are accused of domestic violence are actually victims of domestic violence!

Here are some things to know about the elements of 273.5 –

1.  Did the act lead to a traumatic condition?

2.  Was it an intentional act?

3.  How is an “intimate partner” defined?

4.  Was the defendant falsely accused? 

There is the rub.  Even in this “me too” world, thousands of people are being falsely accused of domestic violence.  Were you one of them?  Please call domestic violence defense attorney William Chestnut right away.  He practices out of San Jose CA and serves all of the surrounding area.  Just give Bill a call at (480) 298-6990. 

Things are Heating up Inside and Out.

When it gets warmer outside in the San Jose area things often heat up indoors and tempers flair causing an accusation of domestic violence.  You can be sure that the state of California has turned up its own brand of heat on domestic violence.  Many of these tough new policies often result in overcharging for a crime.

There are various types of domestic violence such as –

1.  Excessive force. This is a charge in most domestic violence cases.

2.  Assault which is any act of physical violence against a family member.

3.  Kidnapping.  Under NO circumstances should you detain a minor child.

4.  Think twice before making any threats that could be construed as terrorism.

We hope that you have headed off any possible accusation of domestic violence at the pass.  However, if you or a loved one has been arrested on a domestic violence charge in Santa Clara County, San Mateo County, Alameda County immediately call on the expertise of San Jose criminal attorney William Chestnut.  That phone number is (408) 298-6990.   

Cabin Fever Turned Ugly.

This time of year, many of us spend more and more time indoors even in the San Jose area.  When that happens familiarity can breed contempt.  Things can quickly escalate, and a verbal row turns into some perceived criminal act.  It is the ultimate he said/she said, and you had better have a sympathetic ear if you are arrested for domestic violence.

These days, California police have a low tolerance for such matters.  Excessive force, assault, battery, even kidnapping can result from such uproars.  There are often three sides to the story.  Your side, the other side, and the truth!  Until it happens to you it seems like a non-reality that could never occur in your household.

If you have been charged with domestic violence or assault, in the San Jose area you need a defense attorney who will listen to YOUR side of the story and make sure your rights are protected.  San Jose criminal defense lawyer William Chestnut has been protecting the rights of the accused for well over 40 years.  Call Bill 24/7 for a vigorous defense at (408) 298-6990.

Turn up the Heat and Up go the Tempers.

Have you ever noticed that you get more irritated when you are uncomfortably hot?  It doesn’t take Einstein to figure that heat plus temper could equal domestic disaster.  Here is the thing…there are always 3 sides to these stories (including the one in the middle).  Being accused of domestic violence must be taken seriously!

Any act of domestic violence is considered assault by the laws of the State of California.  If it is deemed to have been done with a “deadly weapon”, the stakes get even higher.  If someone even makes a threat these days, it could be construed as an act of terrorism.  Oh yes, the times they are a changin’.

What can you do when you are accused of this serious crime?  The first thing is to contact San Jose domestic violence lawyer William Chestnut.  Bill has been a part of the criminal defense scene in the valley for well over four decades and he will bring his experience and expertise to your case.  Call today for an appointment at his San Jose office (408) 298-6990.  

Hotter Weather…Hotter Tempers.

With the coming of summer, temperatures will heat up in the San Jose area.  Unfortunately, in some area households so will tempers.  Domestic violence takes no holiday in California, but summer is a particularly important time of year when it becomes more prevalent.  This state has tried to curb it, but it will never completely disappear.

Just what are some of the charges you or a loved one may be facing?

1.  The use of excessive force.  This is not confined to whom is bigger.

2.  Kidnapping is not limited to youth.  Anyone can be held against their will.

3.  Family violence that traumatizes a minor.

4.  Making a terrorist threat.  Something new, but very real.

Being convicted of domestic violence in California will result in any of a number of sentences.  There are variables, of course, such as any previous record of arrest.  In the San Jose area you have an ally in William Chestnut.  Bill is a four decade plus veteran when it comes to handling California domestic violence defense.  Call him today at (408) 298-6990.