Harassment Lawyer in Los Angeles
Harassment Case Defense
Harassment is repeated and unwanted physical or verbal abuse that alarms, annoys or harasses a person. Many different acts can be construed as harassment, such as repeated phone calls, showing up at someone's work or home, driving by a person's residence or workplace on more than one occasion, stalking and sending unwanted letters and emails.
In addition to filing a report with law enforcement agencies, a person who believes they are being harassed can request a restraining order to stop the offending conduct. A temporary restraining order will usually be issued, followed by a hearing to determine whether or not a permanent order should be issued. When a temporary order is issued, it cannot be legally challenged by the person accused of harassment. You are also prohibited for owning or possessing a firearm until the order is lifted.
Restraining order violations can result in up to a year in jail as well as fines of up to $10,000.
Contact an experienced Los Angeles domestic violence attorney if you have been accused of harassment. A
domestic violence lawyer will know how to dispute the charges against you, and can provide competent representation at a restraining order hearing.
Los Angeles, Ventura and Orange County Harassment Attorney
Takakjian & Sitkoff is a highly respected criminal defense law firm that can offer valuable legal counsel in harassment cases. Our firm can be counted on for reliable assistance in defending harassment charges and will diligently protect your constitutional rights.
A conviction for harassment can result in:
- Probation
- Jail time
- Fines
- Mandatory counseling
If you have been charged with harassment, our firm will challenge any restraining order petitions and work to get your case dismissed, and sentencing minimized.
Contact a Los Angeles harassment lawyer
from Takakjian & Sitkoff if you have been charged with harassment for capable legal representation.