Andrew McCoppin – Research Triangle Park Domestic Violence Criminal Defense Attorney

A domestic violence conviction can have lifelong consequences. In addition to a possible jail sentence, substantial fines, community service, and other penalties; you may face never-ending social stigma, the loss of job and employment opportunities, a possible restraining order, and the loss of visitation with your children.

Have you or a loved one been charged with assault on a female or any other domestic violence offense in North Carolina? You need a skilled and aggressive criminal defense attorney on your side – one who has the experience to give you the immediate help and critical advice you need to protect your rights, right away. The state employs special prosecutors trained to get convictions in violation of criminal laws  including domestic violence cases.  You need North Carolina criminal defense lawyer Andrew McCoppin.

Contact McCoppin & Associates, Attorneys at Law, P.A., Today For Help With Your Domestic Violence Case

Attorney Andrew McCoppin has helped thousands of criminal defendants in all types of cases across Wake County including Raleigh, Cary, Morrisville, Apex, Garner, Wake Forest, Rolesville, Wendell, Zebulon, Fuquay Varina and Holly Springs in Central North Carolina.  

Your first step when potentially facing felony charges is to exercise right to remain silent and call McCoppin & Associates immediately! Give him five minutes for a free initial consultation on the details of your criminal charge. He’ll tell you how he can help in your case.

Call (866) 493-9356, or contact Mr. McCoppin online using our convenient online form.

Mr. McCoppin has over 20 years of experience representing criminal defendants in all types of cases – including the North Carolina crime of assault on a female. He offers each client his individual attention during every stage of the criminal proceedings to determine the best defense (self defense? any extenuating circumstances or defense against aggravating factors?  Self Defense is not a crime).

That means every one of Mr. McCoppin’s clients is represented by an experienced and knowledgeable criminal law specialist – Mr. McCoppin has earned board certification from the North Carolina State Bar in state and federal criminal laws. When your freedom is on the line, shouldn’t you have a certified specialist on your side?

What Is The North Carolina Crime Of Assault On A Female?

According to North Carolina General Statute 14-33, assault on a female is specifically defined as when a male at least 18 years old assaults a woman. It’s important to note that only a man may be convicted of assault on a female. If a woman touches a man in a violent way without permission and the man and woman share a domestic relationship, then the woman may be charged with assault.

Keep in mind also that simple assault in North Carolina is a Class 2 misdemeanor that involves unlawfully touching or threatening (communicating a credible threat) someone with bodily harm.

What Happens To Someone Arrested For Assault On A Female?

When police respond to a domestic violence call and find evidence of abuse, under North Carolina law they are required to arrest the alleged domestic partner abuser whether for a simple assault or a more involved physical assault instance. That means someone will be taken to jail. At the jail, a magistrate judge will review the officer’s evidence and issue a warrant for arrest if the judge finds probable cause to believe a domestic violence offense occurred.

In North Carolina, the magistrate judge will hold the accused in jail until a district court judge reviews the case. The magistrate judge may only set the release conditions 48 hours after arrest. This delay is meant to protect an alleged victim from further violence. But it also means that an innocent person falsely accused may have to spend a significant amount of time in jail – perhaps an entire weekend!

Once a domestic violence or sexual assault suspect is released from jail, the judge almost always issues a no-contact order. This prohibits any contact with the alleged victim. That means no contact whatsoever, whether in person, by phone, texting, emails, letters, or in any other fashion. Even communication regarding your children is prohibited.

If you have an outstanding domestic violence warrant, Attorney McCoppin can help you with the arrest process to reduce your time in jail. He also can petition the court to reduce your bond (the amount of money you must pay to be released from jail).

With the assistance of the alleged victim, Mr. McCoppin can usually get the judge to remove the no-contact order so you may return to your home and family.McCoppin & Associates can help you heal your family or make a fresh start.

At that point a hearing is scheduled, with the possibility of prosecution and trial on criminal charges to follow.

Per North Carolina General Statute 14-33 The crime of assault on a female is a Class A1 misdemeanor, which can include a criminal sentence up to 150 days in jail. As bad as a jail term is, the serious repercussions of a domestic violence conviction last far longer. They can include:

• Long-term supervised or unsupervised probation;
• Potential house arrest;
• Fines and restitution,
• Community service;
• Mandatory domestic violence counseling (usually once a week for 26 weeks);
• Drug and alcohol assessment and treatment;
• Parenting classes; and
• Life-long loss of the right to possess any firearm.

There also can be substantial civil penalties, such as:

• Loss of professional licenses necessary for one’s livelihood
• Loss of housing benefits and other public assistance, and
• Complications in divorce and child custody matters.

Domestic Violence Charges Require Aggressive, Qualified Representation

At McCoppin & Associates, Attorneys at Law, P.A., North Carolina criminal defense lawyer Andrew McCoppin has a proven track record of success on behalf of clients accused of offenses ranging from complex felonies and assault charges to simple traffic violations. That’s why Mr. McCoppin has earned Board Certification as a specialist in both State Criminal Law and Federal Criminal Law.

If you’ve been charged with a domestic violence assault in North Carolina, such as simple assault, assault, or assault and battery, on a female, give Andrew McCoppin five minutes. Let Attorney McCoppin explain how he can put his skills, experience in defense and as a former assistant district attorney, and dedication to work for you. His goal in every case is to thoroughly prepare for trial, uncovering all  the essential elements and of the criminal offense to make the government prove its case beyond a reasonable doubt.  Mr. McCoppin avoids plea bargains with the district attorney except as a measure of last resort.

Contact Andrew McCoppin to schedule a free consultation. For Wake County including Raleigh, Cary, Morrisville, Apex, Garner, Wake Forest, Rolesville, Wendell, Zebulon, Fuquay Varina and Holly Springs call McCoppin & Associates, Attorneys at Law, P.A., toll-free at 877-481-0011, or use our convenient online contact form.