Experienced Defense Attorney in Family Violence Cases
A family violence allegation can affect far more than a criminal case.
From the moment an arrest is made, it can influence where someone lives, whether they can see their children, and even whether they are allowed to possess firearms. Because these cases often involve people who know each other well, they are rarely as straightforward as the initial police report suggests.
At Odefey, Witte, Wall, & Villafranca, LLP, attorney Jordan G. Fries represents clients charged with family violence throughout Victoria, Port Lavaca, and surrounding South Texas communities. As a former prosecutor, he understands how these cases are reviewed and why the first version of events is not always the complete story.
Texas law recognizes family violence in a variety of relationships.
A charge may involve allegations between:
A family violence allegation often begins with a 911 call made during an emotional moment. By the time officers arrive, the situation may have changed considerably.
Investigators must piece together what happened using statements, photographs, witness accounts, body camera footage, and other available evidence. That means the facts prosecutors ultimately rely on may not fully reflect everything that occurred before law enforcement arrived.
A conviction for family violence can have lasting consequences that reach beyond the courtroom.
Depending on the allegation and a person’s criminal history, a conviction may result in:
Even a misdemeanor family violence conviction can create long-term challenges that differ from many other assault offenses.
Family violence cases often involve conflicting accounts from people who have an ongoing relationship. Jordan begins by reviewing what each person reported, when those statements were made, and whether they are consistent with the physical evidence.
Looking beyond the initial arrest report often provides a more complete picture of what occurred and whether the available evidence supports the charge prosecutors have filed.
Family violence allegations can have immediate and lasting effects on nearly every aspect of a person’s life.
Jordan Fries understands how prosecutors evaluate these cases because he once handled them from the other side of the courtroom. Today, he uses that experience to provide practical guidance, thoughtful case evaluation, and straightforward advice tailored to each client’s circumstances.
