Criminal defense across Denton County and Collin County
Can My Wife or Partner Drop Domestic Violence Charges?
Often in the heat of an argument, a husband, wife, boyfriend, or girlfriend will call law enforcement because they don't know where else to turn to bring calm to a domestic situation. They may not realize that this can result in domestic abuse charges being filed by the state.
Calling law enforcement sets off a series of events that are no longer under the control of the two people in the relationship:
Bail will be set (often high) and a no-contact order will be issued
The accused person will not be able to return home
Family life and children will be affected
Schedule your free case evaluation today. Call 940-483-8000
Why clients call Tim Powers Law
- Free initial consultation
- Former prosecutor and former judge insight
- Aggressive defense in Denton and Collin County
- Call 940-483-8000
Honest Counsel from Our Denton County Attorneys
Often in the heat of an argument, a husband, wife, boyfriend, or girlfriend will call law enforcement because they don't know where else to turn to bring calm to a domestic situation. They may not realize that this can result in domestic abuse charges being filed by the state.
Calling law enforcement sets off a series of events that are no longer under the control of the two people in the relationship:
Bail will be set (often high) and a no-contact order will be issued
The accused person will not be able to return home
Family life and children will be affected
Schedule your free case evaluation today. Call 940-483-8000
Dropping Charges: The State's Decision–Not Your Spouse's
Once the situation has calmed down, it's common for the "victim" to want to drop the charges and try to get family life back to normal. Unfortunately, the decision is no longer in her (or his) hands. Domestic assault charges (family violence) are filed by the state of Texas, and in nearly every case the prosecutor will refuse to drop the charges.
The reason domestic assault charges are brought by the state is to protect a battered spouse from being bullied into changing her or his story. The unfortunate result of this policy is that sometimes innocent people are arrested, jailed, and kept away from their families.
Speak with our firm. Call 940-483-8000 today!
Our Denton County domestic violence defense lawyers at the Law Offices of Tim Powers can help you understand the criminal process in Texas domestic violence cases. In many cases we have been successful in stopping charges from being filed, or getting charges dropped or reduced. This requires prompt intervention.
We handle many domestic violence cases . It's one of the primary focus areas of our firm. We understand that couples are seeking, above all else, to stop violent confrontations and resolve their conflicts. We always endeavor to protect all members of the family. We have helped many families piece their lives back together after the shock of prosecution.
When the stakes are high, put our defense team at the Law Offices of Tim Powers on your side. We have worked out many charge dismissals, reductions, and acquittals at trial. Contact our Denton County and Collin County law offices .
Meet Our Team Learn about our attorneys and their outstanding credentials. About Us
Testimonials Hear from individuals who've actually worked with us. Read Our Reviews
Case Results We've successfully defended over 40,000 cases. Read Our Victories
Videos Watch our videos to learn more about your charge. Watch Our Videos
Trust Us with Your Case... Trust Us with Your Future
We Provide Free, In-Person, No-Obligation Case Evaluations
Handled thousands Criminal Cases in Denton and Collin County Since 1996
We Truly Care About Our Clients & Their Cases
Excellent Results Based on the Facts
Lead Attorney Tim Powers Is a Regular Legal Commentator on Various Media Outlets
An arrest will be made Bail will be set (often high) and a no-contact order will be issued The accused person will not be able to return home Family life and children will be affected Schedule your free case evaluation today.
The State's Decision–Not Your Spouse's Once the situation has calmed down, it's common for the "victim" to want to drop the charges and try to get family life back to normal.
Domestic Violence Can Wife/Partner Drop Charges Protective Orders / No Contact Provisions Consequences if Convicted Texas Affidavits of Non-Prosecution Meet Our Team Learn about our attorneys and their outstanding credentials.
Trust Us with Your Future Why Select Our Firm?
We Provide Free, In-Person, No-Obligation Case Evaluations Handled 40,000+ Criminal Cases in Denton and Collin County Since 1996 We Truly Care About Our Clients & Their Cases We Offer Affordable Payment Plans Unparalleled Results Based on the Facts Lead Attorney Tim Powers Is a Regular Legal Commentator on Various Media Outlets Contact Our Firm Let Us Put Our Experience to Work for You
We only accept Denton County and Collin County cases.
Yes, I am a potential new client No, I'm a current existing client I'm neither.
Collin County By Appointment Only 972-724-4820 230 East Hunt Street, Suite 101 McKinney , TX 75069
Office locations
- Denton office: 215 West Oak Street, Denton, TX 76201
- McKinney office: 230 East Hunt Street, Suite 101, McKinney, TX 75069
- Plano office: 7200 Dallas Parkway, Plano, TX 75024