MOBILE DOMESTIC VIOLENCE LAWYER

A Domestic Violence conviction comes with extreme consequences. Even a misdemeanor Domestic Violence conviction can mean that you are prohibited from possessing a firearm, keep you from traveling to certain foreign countries, and in the State of Alabama, a conviction can make you subject to a presumption that you are not fit to be awarded joint or primary custody of your children if you find yourself in a custody dispute.

If you have been accused of a Domestic Violence offense, exercise your right to remain silent to avoid incriminating yourself, protect yourself by keeping your distance from the accuser, and call your attorney immediately after an accusation or arrest. Your lawyer will work to have you released from jail, ensure that a reasonable bond is set, develop a focused and effective defense strategy, hold the government accountable during the discovery process, and negotiate with prosecutors on your behalf. 

Retaining an experienced criminal defense attorney can dramatically increase your odds of getting your case dismissed or the charges reduced. It is critically important to retain your attorney as quickly as possible, to avoid giving the prosecution a head start, and reduce the chances of evidence favorable to you being lost or destroyed. 

Being charged with any crime is a stressful and potentially life changing experience, and you have a right to have an attorney of your choosing stand beside you throughout the entire process. Blake is not afraid of the government or it's prosecutors, and will fight for you all the way through trial if your case cannot be resolved in your favor before that point.

If you, or someone you know, are facing domestic violence charges, contact us today at 251-300-0275 to schedule a consultation to begin to process of retaining Blake Vrieze.

• False Allegations
  • Sadly, it is not unusual for separated spouses or former dating partners to accuse one another of domestic violence in order to gain the upper hand in a divorce proceeding or custody battle.
  • Blake has seen these false accusations made against his clients time and again, and Blake has become skilled in exposing the lies of the accuser, and obtaining justice for his clients. During your case, Blake will seek to establish inconsistencies between the allegations and the evidence. For example, if you can prove that you were not present during the time of the incident, show that no physical evidence exists to support the accusation, or show that the accuser has a history of instability.
• Self-Defense/Defense of Others
  • You have the right to defend yourself and your family from imminent danger of bodily harm, as long as the amount of force used is reasonable in relation to the danger.
  • Blake Vrieze will put his skills as a former state prosecutor to work and investigate your case by looking into your partner’s previous history of violence, determining if the alleged victim has admitted to violent conduct, and evaluating the scene of the alleged offense to see if any evidence suggests the alleged victim was acting aggressively.
• Lack of Evidence
  • Every criminal defendant is innocent until proven guilty. You cannot be convicted if the prosecutor fails to meet the burden of proof. Unfortunately, there are prosecutors, and even potential jurors, who consistently fail to understand or respect this foundational presumption of innocence. 
  • Blake Vrieze will expose weaknesses in your accuser’s story, draw attention to missing or incomplete evidence, tear holes in the government's case, and aggressively push to have your case dismissed. If you case is not dismissed and goes to trial, Blake will skillfully and diligently work to select a jury of people who understand and respect your presumption of innocence, and reinforce that presumption throughout your trial. 
• Intent
  • Intent is critical component of many criminal charges, but even when a person unintentionally causes injury to a family member or dating partner, he or she might still be charged with an offense. Even if the actions were accidental, you may still be at risk. However, Blake has won multiple jury trials on the issue of intent, and can help you assess your risk and formulate a plan to protect yourself.
  • If you did not intend to hurt anyone, but your actions still resulted in an injury, it is advised that you consult with an experienced domestic violence criminal defense attorney to determine the specific charges and penalties you may be facing, and develop an effective strategy to protect you from potential consequences.