Felony Domestic Violence Defense in Las Vegas
Any form of
domestic violence charges in Clark County, Nevada has the potential to be life-changing. However, when the circumstances of the charges are serious enough or if this is the defendant’s third battery domestic violence offense within 7 years, he or she may face felony domestic violence charges. These are far more serious than
misdemeanor charges, as the repercussions of a conviction are more severe.
- A third battery domestic violence conviction in Nevada may result in 1 to 5 years of imprisonment in a state correctional facility, a fine of up to $10,000, mandatory weekly counseling, drug/alcohol treatment, and probation.
- Note: any felony conviction may result in mandatory imprisonment for a minimum of 1 year in a state correctional facility, as compared to the maximum penalty for a misdemeanor, which is up to 12 months in county jail.)
Particularly in the face of felony domestic violence charges, it is crucial that you consult a criminal defense attorney in your area as soon as possible. You need an attorney to protect your rights and interests and to conduct an independent investigation into your charges which can prove your factual innocence or constitutional rights violations. Above all, your attorney must have the knowledge and resources to effectively defend your interests and protect your future.
Clark County Domestic Violence Defense Attorney
My name is Chip Siegel, and I am an experienced Las Vegas domestic violence lawyer. I am a former prosecutor and therefore have valuable experience with both sides of a criminal charge. I can use this experience to my clients’ advantage in order to guess the prosecution’s next move and effectively find weaknesses in their side of the story in order to help my client avoid formal charges, a conviction or maximum penalties for serious felony domestic violence charges.
I represent clients throughout Las Vegas and Henderson, and the rest of Clark County, Nevada. If you are in need of a dedicated Clark County domestic violence attorney, contact my firm today for a free consultation.