Family Violence

Domestic Assault and Family Violence Defense in Texas

If you have been charged with any form of family violence, from domestic assault or terroristic threats to violation of a family violence protective order, contact The Matlock Law Firm in Fort Worth. We can advise you about the best ways to resolve the charges, and show you options for avoiding the worst consequences of a domestic violence assault conviction.

Fort Worth criminal defense lawyer Shawn Matlock can also advise you about avoiding criminal liability for violating the terms of a restraining order. Especially in divorce cases and child custody disputes, when one parent obtains a temporary restraining order against the other in an obvious attempt to gain a tactical advantage in the family court proceedings, it can be tempting not to take the restraining order seriously. This can have disastrous consequences.

Not only is it much easier than you would think to violate the terms of a family violence protective order, the consequences of a violation can be much more serious than you would imagine. Violation of a protective order can affect your right to carry a gun, threaten your immigration status, or even lead to suspension of a professional license. A second violation of a restraining order can be charged as a felony.

At The Matlock Law Firm, we can defend you against the original family violence charges and work toward vacating any restraining order against you that might have been issued without a hearing. We also represent clients against serious charges of domestic assault or violations of such conditions as mandatory counseling, substance abuse treatment, or parenting classes. Our familiarity with available community resources can help identify the right program for your situation. Compliance with the terms of a domestic violence restraining order is essential to the effective defense of any serious criminal charges that result from an incident of spousal abuse or assault within a family.

For a free consultation about your domestic violence case, contact Fort Worth criminal defense attorney Shawn Matlock.