It's that time of year again when we're gathering for extended family dinners and spending more time with loved ones. We talk about our successes, new jobs, deaths, births, and other important life events. For some, these gatherings can become overwhelming. One thing leads to another, and an argument breaks out. At our law firm, we often receive calls involving assault charges during the holiday season.
Depending on the circumstances of each case, we may recommend that our client obtain a substance abuse evaluation or participate in a specific type of counseling early in the process, assuming counseling would be beneficial. At the same time, we work to gather evidence that may help our client's case.
Normally, it takes two to tango. Fights are rarely one-sided, and one person's actions can sometimes cause another person to react inappropriately. As a result of these altercations, no-contact orders are often issued against defendants. Consequently, a defendant may be required to leave their home if both parties live together and may face restrictions on seeing their children if they have children together. It's important to take initiative early so we can work toward modifying the no-contact order as soon as reasonably possible.
Domestic abuse charges, assault charges, and disorderly conduct charges in Iowa are among the offenses we see increase during the holiday season. Our experience handling these cases has helped us achieve favorable results for our clients.
If you or a loved one is facing assault or domestic abuse charges in Iowa, feel free to contact our law firm to schedule a free initial consultation. We can help you understand your options and point you in the right direction.