Domestic Violence Arrests in Arizona

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and police in Mesa recently completed a crackdown on domestic violence warrants.

2010-11-13

November 13, 2010 (Press-News.org) Domestic Violence Arrests in Arizona

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and police in Mesa recently completed a crackdown on domestic violence warrants. The campaign was designed to reduce outstanding warrants, which number over 500 in the Mesa area. Other law enforcement agencies across the state also targeted domestic violence offenders. According to the Arizona Department of Public Safety, there were over 25,000 domestic violence arrests in 2007. Those arrests resulted in over 42,000 domestic violence charges being brought against offenders.

In Arizona, the rules relating to domestic violence list several specific requirements that must be satisfied before someone can be charged. First, the relationship of the parties will need to be examined. Those couples who either have or are expecting a child, or have been involved in or are currently involved in a romantic-type of relationship may cause the domestic violence rules to apply.

If the statute applies, police will need to examine the behavior of the parties. While physical violence is one type of domestic violence, it is not the only matter that concerns law enforcement. If the one partner has a restraining order against the other, any activity that violates this order could result in an arrest. Stalking or writing threatening notes can also lead to charges. Calls, texts, emails or other types of repeated contact could be considered domestic violence if the victim fears for his or her safety.

If a police officer believes that a domestic assault has taken place, they may make an arrest, even if the officer did not see the instance occur. If a weapon is involved, arrest is mandatory. Police take domestic violence matters very seriously. Cases will be thoroughly prepared, and if you are charged, you face severe consequences. You may lose your ability to own firearms. You may lose your job, and also face eviction if you live in an apartment. Additionally, repeated domestic violence convictions will result in harsher penalties. If you have been accused of domestic violence, speak with an experienced attorney to understand the options available to you.

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