False accusations of domestic violence can have serious consequences for the accused, even if they are completely innocent of the criminal charges. Evidence can go a long way to disprove the allegations, repair reputations, and protect futures.
At the Law Offices of Elaine E. Lukic, we understand that just because you are charged with domestic violence charges does not mean that you have done what you are accused of. Elaine Lukic is a former domestic violence prosecutor, so she knows that these allegations often come from exaggerated claims, fabrications, revenge plots, and other nefarious motives. If you find yourself in this vulnerable position, contact us today for a free consultation.
How Evidence Is Used to Defend Domestic Violence Accusations
The prosecution uses evidence in domestic violence cases to weaken your position and portray you as a vulnerable person. A strategic defense can use evidence to strengthen your position, such as:
- Showing that you had an alibi for when the crime occurred
- Painting you in a different light than the prosecutor has tried to portray you
- Providing messages with the accuser that contradict their statements
- Questioning the credibility of the accuser
- Highlight inconsistencies in the accuser’s statements or evidence that contradicts their statements
- Demonstrating that the accusations are unfounded
Types of Evidence Used to Defend Domestic Violence Charges
Your domestic violence defense lawyer can use various types of evidence to help defend you, such as:
- Digital communications: Text messages, social media posts or comments, phone calls, and other digital interactions can help support your version of events.
- Pictures and video: Pictures and video can help show that the accuser was not injured or was the aggressor. Timestamped photos of your own injuries could further support your version of events. Video evidence could also record the accuser acting erratically or threatening. An experienced attorney can look for videos stored on doorbell cameras, baby monitors, surveillance footage, or personal cell phones for help defending you.
- Location data: GPS data can help show that you were not at the location where the domestic violence was alleged to have occurred.
- Police reports and investigative materials: Your lawyer might introduce police reports, 911 calls, and other evidence developed during the investigation to help support your case.
- Your statements: Your criminal defense lawyer might recommend that you testify on your own behalf to explain your side of the story.
- Witness statements: Your attorney can call witnesses to support your side of the story. This could include lay witnesses who observed the event in question or the relationship in general. Or, it could involve expert witnesses, such as psychologists, medical experts, or forensic scientists.
An experienced lawyer can help determine the evidence that can best help with your case.
Contact Our Experienced Lakewood False Domestic Violence Accusation Lawyer Today
If you have been falsely accused of domestic violence, you need a strategic legal defense. An experienced domestic violence defense lawyer from the Law Offices of Elaine E. Lukic can help. Contact our law offices today for a confidential case review.