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Domestic Violence: What You Need to Know

The first thing you need to know is that Domestic Violence is not a crime; it is a designation. It can apply to anyone that is a “Family or household member.” Nevertheless, it has significant consequences. You must understand the implications of a domestic violence conviction. The lawyers at Pimentel and Associates deal with domestic violence designation crimes in Kitsap County, Washington, every day. Call us today to get the help you deserve.

What is considered a family or household member for Domestic Violence designation? 

  • a spouse;
  • a former spouse;
  • a former domestic partner;
  • persons who have a child in common;
  • adults related by blood or marriage (this includes in-laws);
  • adult persons who reside with or have resided together in the past;
  • persons 16 years of age or older who are or have resided together and have or had a dating relationship;
  • past or present dating relationships where both parties are over 16 years of age;
  • all parents and children whether biological or legal-step including grandparents and grandchildren.
  • a spouse;
  • a former spouse;
  • a former domestic partner;
  • persons who have a child in common;
  • adults related by blood or marriage (this includes in-laws);
  • adult persons who reside with or have resided together in the past;
  • persons 16 years of age or older who are or have resided together and have or had a dating relationship;
  • past or present dating relationships where both parties are over 16 years of age;
  • all parents and children whether biological or legal-step including grandparents and grandchildren.
Pimentel & Associates can provide trained advice regarding your domestic violence case.
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Consequences of a Domestic Violence Designation Crime

A domestic violence conviction can have far-reaching consequences. If you have been accused of any of these crimes or any felony that includes a Domestic Violence (DV) designation, you need to contact Pimentel & Associates, the premier Kitsap County Domestic Violence attorneys immediately. A conviction to any felony or any of the misdemeanor crimes listed above results in a loss of firearms rights. A misdemeanor conviction with any DV designation can result in tougher sentences for some felony crimes. Furthermore, Domestic Violence designations can be considered by prospective employers, in housing decisions and in other aspects of life.
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Which misdemeanor convictions with a Domestic Violence (DV) designation will result in loss of firearms rights?  

Did you know misdemeanor convictions with a domestic violence designation can result in loss of firearm rights? That's right, when a person is convicted or charged with domestic violence the court will require them to get rid of all firearms and ammunition. Pimentel & Associates fights to restore your gun rights and defends against domestic violence designations. 
  • Assault in the fourth degree;
  • Violations of a protection order, no-contact order or restraining order;
  • Coercion;
  • Stalking;
  • Reckless endangerment;
  • Criminal trespass in the first degree;
  • Assault in the fourth degree;
  • Violations of a protection order, no-contact order or restraining order;
  • Coercion;
  • Stalking;
  • Reckless endangerment;
  • Criminal trespass in the first degree;