What Happens When You get Arrested for Domestic Violence in NY?

The state of New York takes domestic violence very seriously. If you or a loved one find yourself facing a charge of this nature, even if it is a false accusation, you are right to be very concerned about how this will effect your living situation, job, child custody situation, and much more. Taking the correct steps after this type of charge could be the difference between clearing your name and losing everything you have worked for.

Did you know that you don’t even have to be married or even still living together to get charged with domestic violence? If anyone is accused of violence against a relative, former spouse, current spouse or domestic partner, or other persons living in the same home it is considered to be domestic violence in New York. The consequences of being placed into the criminal legal system with this type of accusation can be extremely serious. To protect yourself, here are some things to remember:

• Stay silent and speak only if asked a question by the police
• Contact an experienced bail bondsman immediately upon being booked
• Look for a criminal attorney to represent you as soon as you are bonded out
• Gather evidence that supports your side of the story
• Attend any and all court dates regarding your case

It is common for people to not know what to expect regarding bail bonds and how to get one until they or a loved one is arrested. By learning this information ahead of time and knowing exactly who to call after someone is sent to a New York jail, you will get a jump start on freeing them and fighting their charge. Don’t stay in the dark any longer; call Upstate Bail Bonds. We can be reached at (716) 780-BAIL(2245) 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Take the first step toward freedom and make the call right now!