Los Angeles Child Abuse Defense Attorney

Charged with Child Abuse in Los Angeles?

Child abuse charges are particularly frightening and even just being charged with the crime without being convicted can ruin your reputation.  This crime is viewed with such abhorrence by the population that if it is discovered by your neighbors, coworkers or friends, you could find that you face a serious blow to your personal repute.  If you have been charged with this crime, it is crucial that you contact a Los Angeles child abuse defense attorney immediately.  As these charges can frequently be based on a report from a bitter and disgruntled ex-spouse, one can be facing the charge with no basis in reality.  At the Law Offices of Michael Severo, the legal team has successfully defended many individuals charged with this crime and would like to review you case to determine what defense tactics to employ. 

Child Abuse Defense Lawyer in Los Angeles

The penalty for child abuse in California, in the example of child neglect as a form of the crime includes a $2,000 fine as well as up to a year in state prison.  This can include failing to furnish what is considered proper food, clothing, shelter and medical care to a child.  The reporting of such crimes is mandated by law as well, and if a teacher suspects abuse, they are required by law to report it, as are physicians.  Whether they only suspect abuse or are sure of abuse, they are still required to report the case.  

If you are facing this extremely upsetting and difficult charge, it is of utmost importance that you have skilled legal representation.  If one is convicted of this charge it is a very serious matter.  At the Law Offices of Michael Severo the legal team will immediately review the details of your case and advise you of what can be done to defend you in court, or to fight to have the charges dismissed if this is possible prior to going to court.