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The

Law Offices Of

James A.H. Bell, P.C.

865.637.2900

Knoxville Tennessee Domestic Violence Defense Lawyer

 

Violence directed at loved ones is against the law. Being married, divorced, or dating someone does not entitle you to hit, threaten, or abuse those at home. In Tennessee, this type of violence / abuse is considered domestic violence and can be charged as either a felony or misdemeanor, depending on the extent of the violence & type of injury.

 

Domestic Violence

 

The definition of domestic violence includes abusive relationships where physical violence, threatened violence, and/or other forms of abuse exist.  These relationships include:

 

   * Spousal

   * Separated or Divorced

   * Cohabitant

   * Dating

   * Children in common

 

Domestic Violence and Children

 

Children can be the recipients of domestic violence, either directly or indirectly. When a child is the victim of physical striking, verbal abuse, threats, or sexual misconduct, domestic violence charges are likely.

 

However, children do not have to be the direct recipients of the violence but only have to be present during the abuse for child endangerment charges to be justified. Child endangerment is the abuse a child suffers when witnessing domestic violence. Child endangerment is a serious crime and charged under the Tennessee domestic violence laws.

 

Domestic Violence Laws

 

The Tennessee law is strict on domestic violence offenders. This is why it is extremely important to have an experienced Knoxville, TN criminal defense attorney in your corner.

 

If you, or a loved one, are arrested and charged with Domestic Violence or Spousal Abuse, it's extremely important to exercise the right to obtain a Domestic Violence or Spousal Abuse Criminal Defense Lawyer, immediately. Whether charged with a felony or a misdemeanor, we, the attorneys at The Law Offices of James A.H. Bell, P.C. will fight aggressively to defend your case. We can recommend a reputable bondsman and have been successful in obtaining bail bond  reductions in several domestic violence and spousal abuse criminal matters. Having an experienced criminal defense lawyer represent you could mean lesser penalties, such as charges being reduced from a felony to a misdemeanor, no jail time, or possibly even a case dismissal.

 

Knoxville Criminal Defense Attorney

 

By retaining our law firm to handle your Domestic Violence or Spousal Abuse case, you are retaining a proficient team of professionals that includes qualified defense lawyers, experienced private investigators, expert witnesses, forensic psychologists and others,dedicated to your criminal defense case. With the combined knowledge and resources of our team we will diligently explore any and all avenues of defense for you.