Bucks County Violent Crime Attorney
Representing Clients Facing Charges of Violence and Sex Crimes
At Kardos, Rickles & Hand, our Bucks County violent crime attorneys are strong believers that those charged with crimes are innocent until proven guilty, and that everyone deserves a fair trial — and we’re committed to providing the strongest possible defense for those seeking representation.
Regardless of the charge, we treat all our clients with respect and dignity. Those who face accusations of domestic violence face serious penalties, including steep fines, jail time and court-mandated counseling. When you are charged with domestic violence, we help by thoroughly assessing your case and developing an effective defense strategy that seeks downgraded or dismissed charges, while protecting your rights during the process.
Types of Domestic Violence
Domestic violence cases involve people in relationships—spouses, partners, parents and children, siblings, and girlfriends and boyfriends. Any of the following types of altercations and situations could lead to a criminal charge of domestic violence:
- Domestic assault
- Aggravated assault
- Domestic battery
- Child abuse
- Spousal abuse
- Spousal rape
- Violation of protective order
- Violation of court order
- Verbal abuse
- Intimidation
- Elder abuse
- Child neglect
- Child molestation
- Assault with a deadly weapon
- Reckless endangerment
Certain factors may increase the seriousness of the charge, such as whether a weapon was present or used, or if a child witnessed the violence or was in the house while it occurred.
Consult a Sex Crimes Attorney in Pennsylvania
The criminal defense lawyers of Kardos, Rickles & Hand also handle all types of sex offense and sexual assault cases, including the following:
- Rape, spousal rape, date rape or acquaintance rape
- Lewd conduct or indecent exposure
- Child sexual abuse and molestation
- Possession or distribution of child pornography
- Online sex crimes, including solicitation of minors for sex
Experienced Bucks County Violent Crime Attorneys Who Defend Clients Charged with Serious Crimes
Qualified, respected, responsive. Whether your case involves a sex crime, a drug offense, a traffic violation that led to a car crash or another criminal charge, Kardos, Rickles & Hand is here to represent you. Office locations in Newtown, Pennsylvania make us easily accessible to clients throughout Bucks County, Montgomery County and Mercer County. For more information, contact our firm today.
