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Domestic Violence Charges in California: Defenses and Legal Options

November 15, 2025

Domestic Violence

Paul Wallin

Domestic Violence Charges in California: Defenses and Legal Options Facing domestic violence charges in California can be overwhelming. These allegations can carry serious consequences that extend far beyond potential jail time, affecting your employment, housing opportunities, custody rights, and reputation. Understanding your legal rights and available defenses is crucial when navigating this challenging situation. Our […]

How The Phrase “Traumatic Condition” Impacts Individuals Accused Of Domestic Violence - Penal Code Section 273.5(d)

October 18, 2024

Domestic Violence

Paul Wallin

How The Phrase “Traumatic Condition” Impacts Individuals Accused Of Domestic Violence - Penal Code Section 273.5(d) In the complex world of legal statutes, California Penal Code 273.5(d) stands as a particularly crucial law for those accused of domestic violence. This statute specifically addresses domestic abuse, focusing on allegations of inflicting corporal injury on a spouse […]

How Do Criminal Domestic Violence Cases Affect Family Law Cases?

May 2, 2024

Domestic Violence

Paul Wallin

How Do Criminal Domestic Violence Cases Affect Family Law Cases? Under California law, being convicted of a domestic violence crime can affect a future family law case. For instance, a domestic violence conviction can lead to denial of child custody and denial of spousal support. If you are currently being charged with a domestic violence […]

Domestic Violence Restraining Orders | PC 273.6 Explained

February 2, 2024

Domestic Violence, Law & Information, Legal Rights, Restraining Order

Paul Wallin

Domestic Violence Restraining Orders | PC 273.6 Explained Domestic violence is a serious issue that affects many individuals and families across the world. In the state of California, domestic violence is defined as abuse or threats of abuse against an intimate partner, such as a spouse or ex-spouse, cohabitant, or someone with whom the abuser […]

Parris v. Christopher: How To Successfully Defend Yourself If You Are Facing A Domestic Violence Restraining Order Court Case

November 17, 2023

Domestic Violence, Restraining Order, Violation of Restraining Order

Paul Wallin

Parris v. Christopher: Defending Against Domestic Violence Restraining Order Cases A domestic violence restraining order (DVRO) is a type of restraining order issued to protect people, property, or pets. A DVRO is typically issued against a romantic partner, but it can also be issued against a family member. Having a DVRO issued against you can […]

Are Bar Fights Between Roommates Domestic Violence?

May 2, 2022

Domestic Violence

Paul Wallin

Are Bar Fights Between Roommates Domestic Violence? It is Sunday, and for you, that means going to a bar to watch your football team play its weekly game. You invite your roommate to show up, not realizing that the quarterback of the other team is on his fantasy team. Your friend cheers as his QB […]

Convictions of Misdemeanor or Felony Domestic Violence in California End Your Federal Right To Bear Arms

March 18, 2022

Domestic Violence

Paul Wallin

Convictions of Misdemeanor or Felony Domestic Violence in California End Your Federal Right To Bear Arms The Second Amendment to the United States Constitution protects your right to keep and bear a firearm. A conviction for felony domestic violence in California strips you of this right unless, under limited circumstances, you are pardoned or have […]

The Difference Between Domestic Violence and Battery

March 9, 2022

Domestic Violence

Paul Wallin

The Difference Between Domestic Violence and Battery It is easy to get confused about certain terms in the law. For example, many people find it difficult to tell the difference between the crimes of “battery” and “domestic battery.” Battery is a general category of crime that can include specific types of domestic violence. California Penal […]

Self-Defense in Domestic Violence Cases

February 28, 2022

Domestic Violence

Paul Wallin

Self-Defense in Domestic Violence Cases If you have lived with a significant other, you know that arguments can begin over the smallest little things. Last year, a 50-year-old woman was charged with a felony assault after she stabbed her 61-year-old boyfriend with a pen because he ate all the salsa.1 Another woman stabbed her boyfriend […]

Charged with felony domestic violence and felony false imprisonment

May 17, 2021

Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence

Paul Wallin

Charged with felony domestic violence and felony false imprisonment One Wallin & Klarich client was charged with felony domestic violence (P.C. 273.5(a)) and felony false imprisonment (P.C. 236). It was alleged that the client prevented his spouse from leaving a room in their home by locking the door during a verbal argument and that the […]

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