Family Violence
Family violence charges are complex and sensitive. They involve people you care about, and the consequences can extend far beyond the criminal proceedings themselves.
Sensitive, Strategic Defence From Day One.
Domestic violence charges can include assault on a partner or family member, Injuring the person, Strangulation, Threats, breaching protection orders and other related offences. These cases are often complex and sensitive because they involve people you care about, including children.
Allegations in domestic violence cases are not always straightforward. Sometimes claims are made for reasons unrelated to the incident itself, such as immigration, child custody, or financial disputes. We help clients prepare a clear and robust defence, ensuring that your side of the story is properly represented.
Our team provide practical advice while balancing all the interests involved. Family violence cases often intersect with protection orders and Family Court proceedings, and we liaise with your family lawyer to ensure there is a coordinated approach between your criminal and family law matters.
Do not speak to Police without legal advice. If you have been arrested or are under investigation for a family violence matter, contact Gul Law immediately before you give any statement to Police. This is your legal right. Urgent calls on 0223530872.
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Family Violence Matters We Handle
Assault on a Partner or Family Member
Physical assault charges arising from domestic incidents, including common assault, assault with intent to injure, wounding and charges involving injury.
Breaching Protection Orders
Charges of breaching a protection order or Police safety order. Breaches of a protection order are taken very seriously by the Courts and can result in imprisonment.
Threatening Behaviour & Intimidation
Threatening a partner, family member, or associated person. Often charged alongside or instead of physical assault charges depending on the circumstances.
Police Safety Orders & Bail Conditions
Advising on Police safety orders and challenging bail conditions that prevent you from returning to your work, needless restrictions on your liberty due to curfew hours or having contact with your family, including your children.
Strangulation & Assault with Weapons
A charge of strangulation is specifically serious charge in domestic violence cases with a maximum sentence of 7 years imprisonment, especially when coupled with threats made to the victims. This specific charge requires specific strategies and Gul Law specialize in this based on the medical science in strangulation cases.
Balancing All Interests to Achieve the Best Outcome.
At Gul Law, we understands that family violence cases are rarely straightforward. The relationship between the parties, the presence of children, any history between the parties, and the circumstances of the alleged offending all need to be carefully considered in developing an effective defence.
We also recognise that domestic violence can occur in patterns or cycles within families. Situation are often more complex in ethnic communities and culturally arranged marriages. Our approach is supportive as well as strategic, we aim to address the underlying issues and guide you toward resources that can help prevent future problems, which may also strengthen your position before the Court.
Bail Applications & Conditions
In family violence cases, one of the most immediate concerns is often bail and the conditions attached to it. Gul Law can make urgent bail applications and work to negotiate conditions that allow you to continue in your employment in least restrictive condition given the circumstances.
We understand that often these bail conditions cause hardship but we work to ensure the bail conditions are fair and proportionate.
Coordinating Criminal & Family Law Matters
Family violence charges often overlap with Family Court proceedings including custody disputes, care and protection matters, and protection order applications. Gul Law works closely with your family law lawyer or can refer you to an appropriate specialist to ensure that both sets of proceedings are managed in a coordinated way that protects your overall position.
- Advise you from the earliest stages, including during Police interviews
- Clearly explain your rights, obligations, and options relating to bail and protection orders
- Review all evidence including statements, messages, call logs, and audio or video material
- Identify and develop potential defences including self-defence or factual disputes
- Negotiate with Police or Crown to seek charge withdrawal, reduction, or diversion
- Getting disclosure from 3rd parties where important information is not held by prosecution, including Oranga Tamariki and Immigration
- Represent you in court whether the matter proceeds to trial or sentencing
- Coordinate with your family law lawyer on related Family Court proceedings
Legal Aid Available
You may qualify for legal aid for appeal proceedings. Gul Law is a Approved legal aid provider — we can assess your eligibility at your first consultation.
Facing a family violence charge?
Family violence cases require immediate, expert legal advice. Contact Gul Law today for confidential, practical guidance on your options.