Domestic Violence

Kansas City, Kansas Domestic Violence Defense Lawyer

The challenges you face in overcoming a domestic violence charge are numerous and difficult, making the attorney you choose to represent you all the more important. As a former prosecutor and a criminal defense lawyer who has tried all types of cases at the state and federal level, I offer the experience necessary to protect my clients' rights in their domestic abuse cases.

To schedule an appointment with a knowledgeable domestic violence defense attorney, contact The Law Office of James L. Spies, P.A., in Kansas City, Kansas, today.

Society has a strong intolerance for domestic violence. While that intolerance is understood, it creates an overwhelming obstacle in getting a fair trial. Prosecutors are unyielding in plea offers and stand firm on the domestic violence charge. At The Law Office of James L. Spies, P.A., I bring my experience as a prosecutor and a domestic violence defense attorney to help my clients fight the charges against them.

Even if your accuser makes a false accusation that resulted in your arrest and later recants their statement, your problems will not disappear. After domestic violence charges are filed against you, the prosecutor takes over the case and decides whether the charges will be dropped or if the case is going to trial. Many prosecutors take a "no-drop" policy and refuse to drop the charges, regardless of the victim's request to do so.

Recent U.S. Supreme Court decisions have provided criminal defense attorneys the tools needed to more adequately protect a defendant's right to confront the witnesses against them. Often alleged victims make statements to law enforcement officers in the heat of the moment that prosecutors will try to use to prove a defendant's guilt. In years past courts would allow these statements to be used even if the complaining witness was not present in court. Now, in most cases, the testimony will only be allowed to be used in court if the defendant has had the opportunity to cross-examine the witness in court. Only a seasoned criminal defense attorney can adequately defend you and protect your rights in court.

For more information or to schedule an appointment with an experienced domestic violence defense attorney, please contact The Law Office of James L. Spies, P.A., today.