Haddon Heights Child and Domestic Abuse Lawyers
Accused of Child Abuse or Domestic Abuse in Haddon Heights, NJ? Our Criminal Defense Lawyers Can Protect You.
Child abuse and domestic abuse are serious allegations. If you are facing allegations of abuse from your spouse or domestic partner, you need to defend yourself immediately in order to prevent the accusations from negatively affecting your personal and professional life.
New Jersey’s child abuse and domestic abuse laws are designed to protect victims; and, as a result, their language is extremely broad. Coupled with the fact that law enforcement officers and prosecutors take all allegations of domestic abuse extremely seriously, we routinely hear from individuals who are facing severe penalties for alleged violence and abuse. With the severe consequences of a conviction, individuals facing child and domestic abuse charges cannot afford to take their situations likely, and they must be thoroughly prepared to protect their freedom at trial.
Experienced Defense Attorneys for Allegations of Abuse and Domestic Violence
At Helmer, Conley & Kasselman, P.A., we provide vigorous legal representation for parents, spouses and domestic partners accused of violence and abuse. We are sensitive to the unique issues involved in these criminal cases, and we take a meticulous approach focused on identifying all potential defenses available. While child abuse and domestic violence are serious issues, we also know that the allegations in these cases are often unfounded, and we believe in fighting to protect our clients against the lifelong effects of injustice.
Our Haddon Heights criminal defense attorneys have significant experience in cases involving allegations of:
- Child neglect
- Domestic violence
- Endangerment
- Failure to properly supervise a child
- Performing indecent acts in the presence of a child
- Physical punishment of a child
- Other forms of abuse, neglect and violence
Penalties for Child Abuse and Domestic Violence in New Jersey
The consequences of being found guilty of child or domestic abuse go far beyond the potential for jail time. If you are convicted of abusing a child or engaging in domestic violence against your spouse or partner:
- You could lose the right to see your children;
- You could be forced to move out of your home;
- You could be forced to stay away from your children’s school and your spouse’s or partner’s place of work;
- You could lose your job;
- You could lose your right to possess a firearm;
- You could be forced to participate in psychological counseling; and,
- You could go to jail.
This list is not exhaustive. A child abuse or domestic violence conviction can truly impact all aspects of your life. To learn more from one of our experienced criminal defense lawyers, schedule a confidential initial consultation at our Haddon Heights, NJ law offices today.
Schedule a Confidential Consultation With a Haddon Heights Criminal Defense Attorney
If you are facing child or domestic abuse charges in Haddon Heights, please contact us to discuss your case immediately. To schedule an appointment with one of our experienced defense attorneys, call (856) 547-7888 or tell us how we can reach you online now.
