DOMESTIC VIOLENCE


Why You Need a Skilled Defense Lawyer for Domestic Violence Charges

Since Domestic Violence cases often involve intimate partner violence and family members, the cases are routinely handled by a specialized prosecution unit and can be charged as a misdemeanor or a felony.  It’s very important to have a criminal defense attorney that is knowledgeable about how these cases are prosecuted. 

Lloyd & Coulter have the expertise to handle your case—Andrew Lloyd has 40 years of experience in defending these types of cases and, prior to joining Andrew Lloyd in 2018, Jaime Coulter was a 30 year veteran prosecutor who had served as a Deputy DA in the Orange County District Attorney’s Office in the specialized Domestic Violence and Family Protection Unit where he personally prosecuted all types of domestic violence cases and also trained law enforcement throughout California on the proper investigation and handling of these types of cases.  Mr. Coulter now uses his extensive prosecutorial experience and knowledge to benefit individuals facing these types of charges.  Lloyd & Coulter are uniquely experienced to help you achieve the best possible outcome in your case.

Some of the penalties for Domestic Violence in California include:


Up to 1 year county jail sentence, or up to 4 years or more in state prison depending upon the circumstances
Up to $6,000 in fines
Loss of child custody
Restraining orders
Loss of firearms rights
52-week treatment program

In addition to all these negative consequences, a Domestic Violence conviction stays with you on your permanent record which can be searched by the public and can severely impact your ability to obtain housing, find employment, become licensed, enroll in and fund your education, and other benefits.


If you or a loved one is facing any type of Domestic Violence situation, Lloyd & Coulter criminal defense team is the most important phone call you’ll make.  Call today for a free and confidential consultation.

Penal Code Sections:

273.5(a) Corporal Injury upon Spouse or Intimate Partner—4 years State Prison/$6,000 fine


243(e) (1) Battery to spouse or intimate partner—1 Year/$2,000


236 False Imprisonment—3 Years State Prison/$10,000


• 245(a) (1) Assault with a Deadly Weapon—4 Years State Prison/$10,000


• 245(a) (4) Strangulation—4 Years State Prison/$10,000


• 273a(a) Felony Child Abuse/Endangerment—6 Years State Prison/$1,000


• 273a(b) Misdemeanor Child Abuse/Endangerment—6 Months/$1,000


• 646.9(a) (b) Stalking/Stalking in Violation of a Restraining Order—3 or 4 Years State Prison/$1,000


• 136.1(a) (b) (c) Dissuading a Victim from Reporting to Law Enforcement—3 or 4 Years State Prison/$1,000


• 422 Criminal Threats—3 Years State Prison/$1,000


• 591 Malicious Injuring of Phone Line—3 Years State Prison/$10,000


• 591.5 Malicious Injuring Cell Phone—6 Months/$1,000


• 594(a) (b)  Malicious Mischief/Vandalism—3 Years/$50,000


• 597 Pet Abuse—3 Years/$20,000


• 647(j)(4) Revenge Porn 6 mo. $1,000


• 273.6 Violation of an Emergency Protective Order/Restraining Order


• 166(c)(1) Violation of a Criminal Protective Order

Are You Under Investigation or Facing Criminal Charges?

CONTACT US 24/7:

Call: (714) 541-5055

Text: (714) 912-8245

Email: Contact@LloydCoulter.com

We Accept Collect Phone Calls

CONTACT US 24/7:

Email: Contact@LloydCoulter.com

Call: (714) 541-5055

Text: (714) 912-8245

DISCLAIMER:

The Law Offices of Lloyd and Coulter Disclaimer: The information on this website is for general information purposes only. Nothing on this site should be taken as legal advice for any individual case or situation. This information is not intended to create, and receipt or viewing does not constitute an attorney-client relationship.

Copyright 2023 Law Offices of Lloyd & Coulter

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Why You Need a Skilled Defense Lawyer for Domestic Violence Charges

Since Domestic Violence cases often involve intimate partner violence and family members, the cases are routinely handled by a specialized prosecution unit and can be charged as a misdemeanor or a felony.  It’s very important to have a criminal defense attorney that is knowledgeable about how these cases are prosecuted. 

Lloyd & Coulter have the expertise to handle your case—Andrew Lloyd has 40 years of experience in defending these types of cases and, prior to joining Andrew Lloyd in 2018, Jaime Coulter was a 30 year veteran prosecutor who had served as a Deputy DA in the Orange County District Attorney’s Office in the specialized Domestic Violence and Family Protection Unit where he personally prosecuted all types of domestic violence cases and also trained law enforcement throughout California on the proper investigation and handling of these types of cases.  Mr. Coulter now uses his extensive prosecutorial experience and knowledge to benefit individuals facing these types of charges.  Lloyd & Coulter are uniquely experienced to help you achieve the best possible outcome in your case.

Some of the penalties for Domestic Violence in California include:

  • Up to 1 year county jail sentence, or up to 4 years or more in state prison depending upon the circumstances

  • Up to $6,000 in fines

  • Loss of child custody

  • Restraining orders

  • Loss of firearms rights

  • 52-week treatment program

In addition to all these negative consequences, a Domestic Violence conviction stays with you on your permanent record which can be searched by the public and can severely impact your ability to obtain housing, find employment, become licensed, enroll in and fund your education, and other benefits.


If you or a loved one is facing any type of Domestic Violence situation, Lloyd & Coulter criminal defense team is the most important phone call you’ll make.  Call today for a free and confidential consultation.

Penal Code Sections:

  • 273.5(a) Corporal Injury upon Spouse or Intimate Partner—4 years State Prison/$6,000 fine

  • 243(e) (1) Battery to spouse or intimate partner—1 Year/$2,000

  • 236 False Imprisonment—3 Years State Prison/$10,000 • 245(a) (1) Assault with a Deadly Weapon—4 Years State Prison/$10,000

  • 245(a) (4) Strangulation—4 Years State Prison/$10,000

  • 273a(a) Felony Child Abuse/Endangerment—6 Years State Prison/$1,000

  • 273a(b) Misdemeanor Child Abuse/Endangerment—6 Months/$1,000

  • 646.9(a) (b) Stalking/Stalking in Violation of a Restraining Order—3 or 4 Years State Prison/$1,000 136.1(a) (b) (c) Dissuading a Victim from Reporting to Law Enforcement—3 or 4 Years State Prison/$1,000

  • 422 Criminal Threats—3 Years State Prison/$1,000 591 Malicious Injuring of Phone Line—3 Years State Prison/$10,000

  • 591.5 Malicious Injuring Cell Phone—6 Months/$1,000

  • 594(a) (b)  Malicious Mischief/Vandalism—3 Years/$50,000

  • 597 Pet Abuse—3 Years/$20,000

  • 647(j)(4) Revenge Porn 6 mo. $1,000

  • 273.6 Violation of an Emergency Protective Order/Restraining Order

  • 166(c)(1) Violation of a Criminal Protective Order

Are You Under Investigation or Facing Criminal Charges?

Contact Us 24/7

Call: (714) 541-5055

Text: (714) 912-8245

Email: Contact@LloydCoulter.com

We Accept Collect Phone Calls

CONTACT US 24/7:

Email: Contact@LloydCoulter.com

Call: (714) 541-5055

Text: (714) 912-8245

DISCLAIMER:

The Law Offices of Lloyd and Coulter Disclaimer: The information on this website is for general information purposes only. Nothing on this site should be taken as legal advice for any individual case or situation. This information is not intended to create, and receipt or viewing does not constitute an attorney-client relationship.

Copyright 2023 Law Offices of Lloyd & Coulter