Minnesota Domestic Violence Defense Attorney
In Minnesota and throughout the United States, there has been a surge in the number of people arrested for alleged domestic violence and spousal abuse. These charges are often complex due to the relationships and emotions involved between the parties, the circumstances of the alleged crimes as well as the evidence, or lack thereof, proving that domestic violence has taken place.
Having an experienced criminal defense attorney at your side is an important way to ensure that your rights are protected if you are arrested and charged with domestic violence. At the Flanagan Law Office, lawyer Patrick W. Flanagan has more than 15 years of experience in criminal law. He understands how to properly investigate claims of domestic violence in order to expose false and exaggerated claims and present an effective defense for clients.
If you have been arrested and charged with domestic violence or spousal abuse, contact the Flanagan Law Office by e-mail or by calling 763-786-5324 or 651-323-2495.
Instances of Abuse in Domestic Situations
There are many reasons why allegations of domestic abuse can arise. These allegations may come from spouses, children, family members or others who are living under the same roof as those who are accused of the abuse. In some situations, alcohol and drugs are involved and alleged victims may fabricate or embellish what actually occurred. Other situations that are common include ones where accusations are made in an attempt to gain an advantage in divorce and custody proceedings.
Unfortunately, police officers who arrive at these scenes do not know what happened. They get two conflicting stories and create police reports that are mostly, if not completely, hearsay from victims and witness accounts. Police officers can only testify to what they physically observed, not what other people have told them. As a criminal defense attorney, Patrick Flanagan will attempt to find out what really happened.
Mr. Flanagan also handles cases involving domestic strangulation, disorderly conduct and violations of orders of protection and no-contact orders.
Contact the Flanagan Law Office
Cases of domestic abuse are often based on little to no evidence other than the testimony of victims and other witnesses. By contacting an experienced attorney, you can ensure that you get a fair opportunity to defend yourself against false allegations of abuse. Contact the Flanagan Law Office in Fridley, Minnesota, for a free initial consultation at 651-323-2495 or 763-786-5324.
