Aggressive defense for those charged with Domestic Violence in Arlington, Everett, Lake Stevens, Lynnwood, Marysville and the Rest of Snohomish County, Washington, as well as Skagit County and King County

Domestic Violence is an umbrella term that is used to classify a particular criminal allegation.  While most commonly thought of as an assault crime, the Domestic Violence tag can be associated with property crimes, harassment, and stalking crimes, among others.  Similarly, a Domestic Violence crime can be a simple misdemeanor, gross misdemeanor, or a felony.

A gross misdemeanor Domestic Violence charge carries significant penalties, including up to 364 days in jail, a $5000 fine, and due to recent legislative changes, up to five (5) years of supervised probation.  Additionally, a person convicted of a crime carrying the Domestic Violence moniker loses the right to possess firearms, will likely face difficulties traveling to Canada, and often faces employment problems, particularly when security clearances are involved. 

Further, most court require a convicted person to do significant domestic violence treatment, often of a year or more.  Even more troubling is that most courts will impose a no-contact order while the criminal case is pending, and will impose one if a conviction occurs.  This often prevents problems with families, workplaces, and living situations. 

For those reasons, a person facing a Domestic Violence charge should consult an attorney who is experienced and knowledgeable about such matters, with a strong track record of successful results.  At Ashbach Law Offices, LLC, our attorneys have established reputations as hard working, caring, and driven towards achieving positive outcomes for our clients.
Our history in handling cases, relationships, and success at trial allows us to achieve results that other attorneys often cannot.  We know what it takes to get you through your case, handle any no-contact order issues, and move your life forward in a positive manner.

If you are charged with a Domestic Violence crime, or someone you care about has been, please call our office for a free, no-pressure consultation. We can be reached at:

360-659-4950 or 1-888-WA-LAW-NW (1-888-925-2969).

Below are some sample recent results we have achieved for our clients. While each case is different and no attorney can guarantee a particular outcome in a particular case, these results are provided for your information.

Assault in the Fourth Degree - Domestic Violence – Dismissed

Assault in the Fourth Degree - Domestic Violence - Not guilty verdict at jury trial

Assault in the Fourth Degree - Domestic Violence and Interfering with the Reporting of Domestic Violence - Not guilty verdicts at jury trial

Malicious Mischief 3 DV – Dismissed

Harassment - Domestic Violence - Reduced to Disorderly Conduct, non-DV; No jail.

Malicious Mischief in the Third Degree – Domestic Violence - to be dismissed after 12 months
Assault in the Fourth Degree - Domestic Violence - Reduced to Disorderly Conduct; original plea offer was 60 days in jail; result of no days in jail

Assault in the Fourth Degree - Domestic Violence; reduced to Disorderly Conduct, to be dismissed in 12 months

Assault in the Fourth Degree - Domestic Violence – To be dismissed; no contact order dropped; no jail

Assault in the Fourth Degree - Domestic Violence; reduced to Disorderly Conduct, to be dismissed in 12 months.

Malicious Mischief 3 DV - reduced to Disorderly Conduct, no jail

Assault in the Fourth Degree - Domestic Violence – Dismissed

Assault Fourth Degree - Domestic Violence - Dismissed.

Malicious Mischief 3 DV - reduced to Disorderly Conduct, no jail

While Ashbach Law Offices, LLC is based in Marysville, Washington, our attorneys regularly practice throughout Snohomish, King, and Skagit County, having had a presence in Skagit County for the past 28 years.

Such courts and cities we serve include Anacortes, Arlington, Bellevue, Burlington, Edmonds, Everett, Lake Stevens, Lynnwood, Marysville, Mill Creek, Monroe, Mountlake Terrace, Mount Vernon, Redmond, Seattle, Sedro-Woolley, and Shoreline, Washington, among many others.