Domestic Violence, Assault, and Abuse Attorney in Northern Utah to Help You Defend Your Reputation

Domestic assault is a serious criminal offense in Utah. The broader term, “domestic violence,” includes domestic assault, property damage, harassment, terroristic threats, and emotional abuse. These types of allegations can have a huge effect on child custody and divorce proceedings. If you have been accused of domestic assault or harassment, understand that you face potentially serious consequences and contact defense attorney Ken Peterson at Northern Utah Law immediately. Ken can listen to your side of the story, conduct inquiries, advocate for you at hearings, and advise you on the best course of action to take.

Who Can Face Domestic Assault Allegations?

Although men are most often the accused in domestic assault cases, anyone can face these serious allegations:

Spouse
Former spouse
Roommate
Person related by blood
Person related by marriage
Person with whom the accuser had a child

When the police are called to a domestic dispute, the police determine the aggressor and remove that person from the premises. A temporary order of protection, also known as a “jail release agreement”, is issued against the individual and stays in effect until a more formal court hearing is scheduled. At this hearing, the accuser must provide proof that the abuse took place, though the burden of proof is not as high as in a criminal proceeding.

Falsely accused? Let Ken Peterson Advocate for a Dismissal

Unfortunately, false allegations of domestic abuse are frequently used as weapons during divorce and child custody proceedings. Even if the charges against you are completely false, you are required to fully comply with the terms of any temporary order of protection issued against you. Failing to do so can result in imprisonment and further sanctions. Instead, consult an experienced attorney and begin planning a defense for your upcoming order of protection hearing.

Regret what You did? Let Ken Peterson Try to Reduce the Consequences

Emotions are powerful, and people in a domestic conflict often lose control due to heightened stress. You may assault someone you love in the heat of the moment, doing so without premeditation, and regret your actions immediately thereafter. In that situation, defense attorney Ken Peterson can also help you. Ken negotiates with the other party – the party’s lawyer or the state prosecutor – to get the charges against you dropped or minimize the penalties. This is not easy because even when the other party is willing, the state prosecutor may want to proceed. Nevertheless, Ken can be an extremely persuasive negotiator.

Committed to Defending Those Accused of Domestic Violence

If you have been accused of domestic violence in Utah, you may have a tough road ahead of you. Criminal defense attorney Ken Peterson at Northern Utah Law has seen how heated arguments quickly escalate and how fabricated accusations can ruin lives. Ken listens to your side of things with compassion, negotiates on your behalf, and vigorously and strategically advocates for you in court. Contact Ken online to schedule an initial consultation or at your place of confinement if necessary.