Now more than ever, domestic violence is something that is taken very seriously by the State of Texas and especially the Harris County District Attorney’s Office.  So much so that they have created a special division called the Family Criminal Law Division, or FCLD.  This specialized division only handles domestic cases and very aggressively and stubbornly attempts to get convictions on cases that should otherwise be dismissed.  Many times they try to overlook the fact that the alleged victim does not want to press charges or that the defendant was acting in self-defense.  If you have been charged with Assault on a Family Member, it is imperative that you contact an attorney immediately to represent you in court.

The Law Office of Shahin Zamir has the experience and knowhow to effectively get you or a loved one the best possible outcome for your case, including a dismissal.  The police department’s response to domestic violence and assault charges has dramatically changed in recent years. Previously when called out to a domestic call, police officers could arrive at a home or other location, assess the situation and make a reasonable decision on how to proceed.  Now, law enforcement agencies take an altogether different approach. Often, police department policies mandate that police officers must now always make an arrest in response to charges of domestic violence, even if the alleged victim does not want to press charges. Consequently, the number of domestic violence charges has increased significantly and many otherwise innocent people have found themselves under arrest.

It is our duty to make sure that your best interests are protected.  We will make sure you understand all the possible consequences of pleading guilty to an assault involving a family member or dating relationship, which include possible felony charges for future assault arrests, the inability to carry firearms, and damaging effects to one’s reputation and ability to seek proper employment.  A conviction can also result in deportation consequences for non-US citizens.
If you or a loved one has been charged with Domestic Violence, contact The Law Office of Shahin Zamir immediately at (713) 223-8900.