Dallas Domestic Violence Attorney

Roy L. Merrill Jr. of Dallas, Texas provides experienced legal representation for domestic violence cases including assault and battery, spousal abuse, rape, and false imprisonment.

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Domestic Violence
Dallas Texas Domestic Violence Attorney

If you have been charged with domestic violence, family assault, battery, or any other type of assault, contact us to schedule a free initial consultation.

A domestic violence conviction can have serious consequences, even for a first-time offender. The State Of Texas considers domestic violence a serious problem. This can result in the aggressive pursuit of a domestic violence case even when the evidence is scant. Sometimes a spousal abuse charge is used as leverage in a divorce or child custody case, or just to get even. A conviction could jeopardize your divorce or custody proceeding, including a one year long domestic violence class, three years probation, possible jail time and prohibiting you from owning a firearm in your own home.

With so much on the line, you need an experienced attorney who is familiar with the Texas criminal justice system. If you are facing the possibility of losing out in a divorce because of a domestic abuse charge, I can help. I handle cases of domestic violence and domestic battery cases, and I handle them extremely well. Contact me, Roy L. Merrill Jr., for a free initial consultation.

Knowing the System

I have handled all types of domestic violence cases including assault and battery, rape, and false imprisonment. I have won some very tough cases at trial. Because the evidence is often lacking, I can sometimes get the D.A. to drop the charges. Even if my client is convicted of domestic violence, I am often able keep that client out of jail.

Charges for domestic violence are filed by the district attorney. What you were initially charged with by the police may not be what you are eventually faced with in court. The Law Office of Roy L. Merrill Jr. represent people charged with domestic violence in Dallas County and throughout the Dallas, Texas area.

The types of domestic violence cases we handle include aspect such as:

  ---   Assault and battery cases
  ---   Child neglect charges
  ---   Felony assault charges
  ---   Obtaining and enforcing restraining orders
  ---   Spousal abuse charge
  ---   Stalking and violating restraining orders

If you have been charged with domestic violence, you may face serious consequences, especially if you are in a divorce or custody proceeding. Hiring a good lawyer, with much experience in domestic violence cases, like myself, will better your chances to get out of trouble with the least consequences.

If you have been charged with domestic violence, family assault, battery, or any other type of assault, please contact my office today for a free consultation with an aggressive and resourceful criminal defense attorney. My law office will work tirelessly to ensure the best possible outcome for your case. Roy L. Merrill Jr. is a proven Texas defense trial lawyer who will fight for you in and out of the courtroom. I return phone calls promptly and I am available to answer your questions at all times. I will patiently explain the procedures, possible consequences, and available legal options in your case. Call me today so I can protect your rights under Texas law.

Roy L. Merrill practices criminal defense law in the following cities and counties: Dallas, Addison, Allen, Arlington, Carrolton, Cedar Hill, Coppell, D/FW Airport, Farmers Branch, Flower Mound, Forney, Frisco, Garland, Grand Prairie, Frisco, McKinney, Highland Park, Plano, Richardson, Mesquite, Irving, Lewisville, Rowlett, University Park. Counties: Dallas County, Denton County, Rockwall County.