Domestic Assault Criminal Defense Lawyer

Are you facing domestic violence charges in Minnesota? If you were arrested, get an experienced domestic assault criminal defense lawyer on your side right away. Minnesota takes these types of charges seriously, and so should you. If you are convicted, you could be ordered to pay costly fines, do time behind bars, and attend counseling. You could lose your gun rights, access to your home and vehicle, and maybe your job. You could even lose custody of your kids.

 Minneapolis domestic violence attorney Max Keller has more than 25 years handling criminal cases in Minnesota. As a former prosecutor, Max has experience working both sides of the law, and he uses his knowledge of the prosecution’s tactics to your advantage. Throughout his years in private practice, he has successfully defended hundreds of people who were charged with violent crimes.

 Don’t trust your future with just any criminal lawyer in Minnesota. Contact a Minneapolis domestic assault lawyer at Keller Criminal Defense Attorneys. Call (952) 913-1421. Our attorneys offer free consultations, and we’re available 24/7.

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Do You Really Need to Hire a Minneapolis Domestic Violence Attorney?

One of the worst things you can do for your future after getting arrested for domestic assault, is walk into the courtroom without a criminal defense lawyer and plead guilty. Even if you think you might be guilty of domestic assault as defined by Minnesota law, a domestic assault criminal defense lawyer may be able to get your charges reduced. In some cases, an experienced Minneapolis domestic assault lawyer may even be able to get your charges dropped.

Contact a Minnesota domestic assault criminal defense lawyer at Keller Criminal Defense Attorneys for help.

Defenses to a Domestic Assault Charge

In Minnesota, the alleged victim lacks the ability to withdraw charges once the police are involved. Even if the alleged victim has a change of heart and promises not to press charges, you are going to need a strong defense. Various defenses can be successful in a domestic assault case. These include, but are not limited to:

  • False allegations
  • Self-defense
  • The defense of another person
  • Mental illness

What Are the Penalties for Domestic Assault in Minnesota?

Domestic violence charges or violating a domestic abuse no-contact order (DANCO) can lead to serious legal consequences. A misdemeanor domestic assault conviction in Minnesota is punishable by up to 90 days in jail and up to a $1,000 fine. If you are convicted of a gross-misdemeanor, you could be ordered to pay up to $3,000 in fines and spend up to one year in jail. For felony domestic violence convictions, the penalties are up to $10,000 in fines and up to five years in prison.

Additionally, you could be ordered to attend counseling, drug or alcohol treatment, or anger management. You may be required to submit to alcohol monitoring, or be on probation for up to five years.

Qualifying Convictions Can Enhance Domestic Assault Charges

If your case involves other violence-related conviction, or prior convictions, your penalties may be increased. Just one prior conviction can increase your maximum fines and jail time substantially. If you have two or more priors, you could see up to five years in prison and up to $10,000 in fines.

Penalties for Domestic Assault Convictions Involving a Firearm

If you are convicted on domestic assault, and the court determines that you used a firearm in any way during the assault, you will be forced to surrender your gun(s). Additionally, you will be prohibited from owning any firearms for at least three years.

Domestic Assault Involving Strangulation

A domestic assault that involved strangulation is a felony in Minnesota. If convicted, you could face up to $5,000 in fines and up to three years in prison.

Collateral Damage for a Domestic Assault Conviction

In addition to the legal penalties that apply if you are convicted of domestic abuse, other aspects of your life may be significantly impacted. You could lose your job or be prohibited from working in some types of occupations. You could become ineligible for student aid. Your reputation could be tarnished. You could lose your professional license. And you could even lose unsupervised parenting time with your kids.

How Can a Domestic Assault Criminal Defense Lawyer Help?

Domestic assault criminal defense lawyer Max Keller may be able to get your charges reduced, or dropped completely. When you hire our law firm, we will question police procedures and whether your rights may have been violated. Our team will investigate what really happened, questioning the reliability of the accuser and witnesses. If necessary, we will argue for leniency based on clean criminal records, the opinion of the victim, lack of significant injuries, and the effects of a lengthy incarceration or substantial fines on minor children. Our domestic abuse lawyers can also counsel you on the advisability of pleading guilty to a minor charge, like disorderly conduct, which carries a much lighter sentence.

Contact a Domestic Assault Criminal Defense Lawyer at Keller Criminal Defense Attorneys

If you are facing abuse charges, call domestic assault defense lawyer Max Keller right away. We accept credit cards, offer free initial consultations, and have convenient west and east metro locations.

Our law firm is available 24 hours a day to current and prospective clients.