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Experienced Domestic Assault Defense Attorney In Upper Marlboro, Maryland

When facing domestic assault allegations in Maryland, the consequences can devastate your reputation, family relationships and future opportunities. You need an experienced lawyer to protect your rights and build a strong defense against these serious charges.

As a domestic violence attorney in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, at the Law Offices of Thomas C. Mooney, we provide aggressive defense representation for clients throughout Maryland. Our skilled domestic assault lawyer brings extensive trial experience and a proven track record of protecting clients’ rights in domestic violence cases.

Understanding Domestic Assault In Maryland

The law identifies specific relationships that qualify incidents as domestic assault, marking the difference between standard assault charges and those requiring specialized defense strategies. These relationships include:

  • Current or former spouses
  • Individuals with children in common
  • People in intimate relationships within the past year
  • Relatives by blood, marriage or adoption
  • Cohabitants and former cohabitants

Understanding these distinctions strengthens your defense position and shapes our approach to your case.

Types Of Protective Orders

Maryland courts wield significant authority through protective orders, which can dramatically impact your daily life and future. A domestic assault attorney will examine every aspect of your case as you face:

  • Interim orders: Emergency protection lasting until a temporary hearing
  • Temporary orders: Valid for up to 7 days with a possible 30-day extension
  • Final orders: Can last up to one year or be made permanent

Each type of order carries unique challenges and requires specific defense approaches to protect your interests.

Consequences Of Domestic Violence Charges

A conviction’s impact reaches far beyond the courtroom, affecting every aspect of your life:

  • Jail time and substantial fines
  • Loss of child custody or visitation rights
  • Career limitations
  • Immigration status changes
  • Firearm possession restrictions
  • Professional license impacts

Our defense team thoroughly examines evidence, challenges witness credibility and identifies procedural errors in building your defense.

 

Contact Our Upper Marlboro Defense Team

With extensive experience defending clients against domestic violence allegations in Maryland courts, we stand ready to protect your rights. Contact our Upper Marlboro office today by calling 301-579-3429 or filling out our online contact form to schedule a confidential consultation.