Atlanta Domestic Violence Attorney
Defending Against Domestic Abuse Allegations in Fulton County
It takes very little evidence to be charged with domestic violence in Georgia. An argument can escalate, and neighbors call law enforcement. Once the police arrive on the scene, they have little option other than to make an arrest, which will be based upon what they are told. Is it true? Maybe. Or perhaps you are being falsely accused or were merely defending yourself.
No matter what happened, you need to get in touch with the most effective domestic violence attorney in Atlanta you can find. At the Law Office of Matthew T. McNally, the founding attorney is a former Deputy District Attorney, and he has "seen it all." With nearly 20 years in the legal field, he has extensive experience at trial and is very familiar with the most effective defense strategies to fight criminal accusations of domestic violence in Georgia.
Have you been accused of domestic violence? Call the Law Office of Matthew T. McNally today at
(678) 918-4421 or contact us online to schedule a FREE consultation with our domestic violence lawyer in Atlanta.
What is Considered Domestic Violence in Georgia?
There are many forms of domestic violence in Georgia, including the following:
- Spousal abuse
- Sexual assault
- Child abuse
- Assault & battery
- Emotional abuse
- Stalking
- Harassment
To be considered domestic violence, these crimes must be committed against someone with whom the perpetrator has an intimate relationship. Qualifying relationships include past and present spouses, parents and children, individuals who had a child together, stepparents and stepchildren, foster parents and foster children, and individuals who live or lived in the same household.
Commonly-Filed Domestic Violence Charges in Georgia
The essence of a domestic violence charge is that a member of a household suffered some form of physical or emotional abuse. The most commonly-filed charges involve:
- Married spouses
- Common law marriages
- Romantic partners who share a home
When a relationship goes off the rails, there can be many problems, recriminations, and resentment. A divorce often involves accusations of domestic violence, and the outcome of a criminal charge for a domestic violence offense can have a significant impact on the court's decision regarding custody and visitation.
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