ACCUSED OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE IN SANTA ANA? PUT MY EXPERIENCE ON YOUR SIDE

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE LAWYER IN SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA

A domestic violence arrest can turn your life upside down overnight. You may be ordered out of your home, kept away from your children, and required to give up your firearms, all before you have been convicted of anything. In Santa Ana, the Orange County District Attorney's office prosecutes these cases aggressively.

McCready Law Group has an office in Santa Ana at 2030 E 4th St, close to the Central Justice Center. I can meet with you quickly and start working on your defense right away.

Domestic Violence Charges I Defend

Corporal injury to a spouse or partner (Penal Code 273.5), a wobbler that can be charged as a felony
Domestic battery (Penal Code 243(e)(1)), a misdemeanor that does not require an injury
Criminal threats (Penal Code 422)
Violating a protective or restraining order (Penal Code 273.6)
Stalking (Penal Code 646.9)
Child abuse or endangerment (Penal Code 273a and 273d)

Criminal Protective Orders

At or soon after your arraignment, the judge will usually issue a criminal protective order. Depending on its terms, that order may require you to stay away from the alleged victim and your home, and it may limit contact with your children. Violating it is a separate crime. In many cases, I can ask the court to change the order to allow peaceful contact. That can let families stay together while the case is pending.

Where Santa Ana Domestic Violence Cases Are Heard

Domestic violence cases from Santa Ana are generally heard at the Central Justice Center, 700 Civic Center Drive West.

Defending Against False or Exaggerated Accusations

Domestic violence accusations often come out of heated arguments, breakups, or custody disputes. Sometimes the accuser exaggerates what happened or makes it up entirely. Common defenses include:

Self-defense or defense of others
False accusations motivated by anger, jealousy, or a custody fight
Accidental injury
Lack of evidence, including inconsistent statements and no physical injuries

As a former LAPD officer, I have responded to domestic calls myself. I know how quickly officers decide who to arrest, often based on incomplete information. I review 911 recordings, body camera footage, photos, text messages, and witness statements to find the truth.

Talk to a Santa Ana Domestic Violence Lawyer

If you have been arrested or charged with domestic violence in Santa Ana, do not wait to get help. The sooner I am involved, the more I can do to protect your rights and build your defense. Call McCready Law Group at (714) 785-9978 or send me a message to schedule a consultation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the alleged victim drop domestic violence charges?

No. In California, only the prosecutor can decide to drop charges. The alleged victim's wishes matter, but the District Attorney may continue the case even if the alleged victim does not want to cooperate.

Can I go home after a domestic violence arrest?

Not if a protective order requires you to stay away. Officers often obtain an emergency protective order at the time of arrest, and the court may issue a criminal protective order later. A lawyer can ask the court to modify the order.

Will a domestic violence conviction affect my gun rights?

Yes. Many domestic violence convictions bring a firearm ban under California law, and federal law can impose a lifetime ban for certain domestic violence misdemeanors.

Other Areas I Serve

I also represent clients arrested or charged with domestic violence in these nearby cities:

Also Serving Santa Ana

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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE LAWYER SERVING SANTA ANA

At McCready Law Group, I fight for people arrested or charged with domestic violence in Santa Ana and throughout Orange County. I bring eight years of experience as a Los Angeles Police Department officer to every case, and I give each client honest advice and personal attention. Call (714) 785-9978 to discuss your case.