DOUGLAS COUNTY DOMESTIC VIOLENCE DEFENSE ATTORNEY
Has your spouse or partner accused you of domestic abuse? It's not uncommon for a person to charge another with domestic violence in the heat of the moment during an argument, or to gain leverage during a divorce or custody dispute. Colorado prosecutors take domestic violence charges very seriously, and may continue with prosecution even if the accuser drops his or her claim. They often put tremendous pressure on Colorado residents charged with domestic abuse to plead guilty, regardless of the details of the case.
A conviction for domestic violence in the State of Colorado can have significant consequences, including a criminal record that can haunt you well into the future. If you have been charged with domestic violence in Douglas County, CO, contact the offices of Michael T. Kossen, P.C., before you speak to anyone about the charges against you. We offer flexible appointment scheduling and free initial consultations, so it costs you nothing to speak to a top Douglas County domestic violence defense lawyer about your case.
Colorado's Fast Track program
The Colorado courts can put tremendous pressure on a person accused of domestic violence to plead guilty. The Fast Track Program was designed to speed up the process of prosecuting those accused of domestic abuse. In the State of Colorado, police officers are required to make an arrest if they have probable cause to believe that domestic violence has taken place. Under Colorado's domestic abuse Fast Track program, you may be pressured to enter a guilty plea less than 24 hours of the arrest taking place.
Even if you are granted probation, you can still face incarceration and other mandatory sentencing requirements. Domestic violence counseling is mandated under Colorado State law, and the courts may also require you to complete domestic violence classes, and drug or alcohol abuse counseling if the alleged crime involved use of either. If children were present at the time of the incident, you may also face child abuse charges and be required to do parenting classes.
Before you agree to any plea bargain offered by the courts, you should speak to a knowledgeable Douglas County domestic abuse defense attorney. Serving Stonegate, Castle Rock, Highlands Ranch, The Pinery, Meridian, Lone Tree, Parker, Larkspur, and more, Michael T. Kossen, P.C., is ready to put his decades of legal experience to work on your case.
Don't entrust your future to just anyone
The long-term effects of a conviction for domestic violence in Colorado can be devastating. After jail time has been served, fines have been paid, and community service is complete, you can still be left with a criminal record that may affect your employment prospects and your opportunities for education well into the future.
It's not uncommon for even the best Colorado public defenders to be overworked and unable to dedicate the time and resources to your case that Michael T. Kossen, P.C., can. Since the stakes for a domestic abuse conviction are so high, it is crucial that you obtain representation from a top Douglas County domestic abuse attorney who will fight to have your charges reduced or dropped altogether.
Contact us today for a free consultation
Call the offices of Michael T. Kossen, P.C., at (303) 791-6500 today. We are ready to act as your representatives in the courtroom, and fight for your best interest. Our offices are conveniently located in Castle Rock, CO.
