Domestic Violence

San Bernardino, California, Domestic Violence Lawyer

Domestic violence is a serious crime that can seriously harm the abused victim as well as pose significant consequences for the abuser. If you are a victim of domestic violence, it is important that you act quickly to get the help you need to stay safe and prevent further violence against your person.

We move quickly to start protecting you from further abuse

At the Law Offices of Frank J. Prainito, in San Bernardino, California, we act immediately to get help for victims of domestic violence. We move quickly to get a restraining order in place and put you in touch with the resources available to provide you protection. Contact our offices immediately if you or someone you know is the victim of domestic violence. Attorney Frank Prainito has the experience you can rely on. The abuse won't stop until someone steps in to help you make it stop.

We will help make sure California's domestic violence laws protect you

California has some of the strongest domestic violence laws in the United States. If you are the victim of domestic violence, a knowledgeable and experienced attorney can help you to protect your rights under the law.

Restraining order violations: Under the law, a person charged with violating a restraining order will face a mandatory arrest. We can seek to have district attorneys prosecute the violator.

Former spouses and former co-habitants are protected by the law: Many people think that only married couples and co-parents of a child are protected by DV laws. If a former spouse or person with whom you shared a living relationship has assaulted or threatened you, we can make sure the law is applied.

Up to $2,000 is available to help DV victims relocate: We can help you secure the money available to help you and your family move to a safe housing arrangement.

Police are required to give victims a copy of the DV report: If you are having trouble getting your copy of the domestic violence police report after an arrest, we will fight for your right to the information.

If you are the victim of domestic violence, you deserve legal help to fight for your rights. You may not get all the help you need at the police station. We are ready to start protecting you right away.

False allegations

Under California law, a person may be charged with domestic violence if one party in a domestic dispute makes an allegation of physical harm. Unfortunately, many people are falsely charged. The damages caused by false allegations of domestic abuse or child abuse can be long-lasting and have a serious impact on a person's future. At the Law Offices of Frank J. Prainito, we take domestic violence and abuse charges seriously. We also know that not everyone charged with domestic violence is guilty. If you have been charged with domestic assault, or a similar DV charge, contact us to discuss the situation.


The Law Offices of Frank J. Prainito, provides family and estate law advice and representation for residents of Riverside County and San Bernardino County, including communities such as San Bernardino, Redlands, Fontana, Rancho Cucamonga, Ontario, Riverside, Moreno Valley, Highland, Rialito, Yucaipa, Colton, Arrowhead, Victorville, Big Bear lake, Joshua Tree, Running Springs, Apple Valley, and Hesperia, California. In addition, we also represent clients throughout the Inland Empire and Southern California.

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