Domestic Violence And PFA Defense Lawyer In Pennsylvania
When domestic violence charges enter your life, your home, your children and your future can feel like they are on the line before the case has even started. I understand that fear. At The Law Office of Ryan M. Tutera, I have earned a reputation in Pittsburgh courts for direct, determined defense in serious criminal cases. You will get my personal attention from the start.
Understanding PFA Defense And Domestic Violence Charges
In Pennsylvania, domestic violence refers to abusive conduct one person directs at an intimate partner or family member. These cases often involve both criminal charges and a civil protection from abuse (PFA) order. This order can remove you from your home and restrict your contact with your children before any criminal trial begins. You can face two legal battles at once, each with serious consequences for your family.
Charges that fall under domestic violence in Pennsylvania include:
- Simple assault: Causing or attempting to cause bodily injury, or intentionally causing fear of immediate serious bodily harm
- Aggravated assault: Causing or attempting to cause serious bodily injury
- Terroristic threats: Threatening someone to cause terror or public inconvenience
- Reckless endangerment: Putting someone at serious risk of bodily harm
- Strangulation: Restricting another person’s airway or circulation by pressing on the neck or throat
Each of these charges carries serious legal weight and demands a strong defense from the start.
What A Domestic Violence Conviction Can Cost You In Pennsylvania
A domestic violence conviction in Pennsylvania can stay with you long after the case ends. Consequences may include:
- A misdemeanor or felony on your permanent record
- Prison time
- Fines and court costs
- Loss of firearm rights
- Probation or parole
- Mandatory counseling programs
- A PFA order restricting where you live and who you see
- Restrictions on child custody
A conviction can affect your career, your custody rights and your standing in the community for years. A PFA violation charge can also follow even after the original case closes. Whether you face accusations of domestic violence or domestic assault, the consequences can last a lifetime. An experienced criminal defense lawyer can fight to protect your rights at every stage.
Fight Back Against Domestic Violence Charges In Allegheny County
Your home, your children and your future are worth fighting for. I am available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, with a 4.8-star rating built on real results for clients across Allegheny County. Call my office at 412-899-3817 or reach out online to schedule your appointment.