RI Domestic Violence Attorneys

Defending Against False Domestic Abuse Allegations

​Have you recently been arrested for a domestic violence offense? If so, it would be in your best interests to secure the immediate representation of The Law Office of Thomas C. Thomasian, Esq. Attorney Thomasian and Attorney Gau know how to defend your rights and will do everything within their power to secure a favorable outcome on your behalf. They have been successfully and aggressively defending the rights of the accused for numerous years. You can be confident in their ability to successfully resolve your case next. We are available 24/7.

Proudly serving clients residents of Rhode Island and Massachusetts as well as individuals throughout Providence County, Kent County, Washing County, Newport County and all surrounding areas.

Contact the Rhode Island domestic violence lawyers at the firm today at 401.312.4385 for a FREE consultation!​

Do Not Face The Legal System Alone

No one should attempt to defend themselves against these types of charges without consulting an experienced Rhode Island domestic violence attorney. Tom Thomasian has earned an exceptional reputation for defending his clients against domestic violence accusations.

Domestic Violence Laws in RI

The Domestic Violence Prevention Act governs domestic violence law in Rhode Island. The complete text of the Act is found in Rhode Island General Laws Title 12, Chapter 29. There exists a common misconception that domestic violence crimes can only involve people who are in a substantial dating relationship.

While it is true that the Domestic Violence Prevention Act covers people in a dating relationship, the Act also applies to people who are roommates or people who are not in a relationship but have a child in common.

• The act states that domestic violence includes but is not limited to, any of the following crimes when committed by one family or household member against another:
• Domestic assault
• Domestic trespass
• Domestic vandalism
• Domestic kidnapping
• Domestic strangulation
• Domestic felony assault
• Domestic sexual assault
• Domestic disorderly conduct
• Domestic arson
• Domestic stalking
• Domestic burglary
• Domestic homicide
• Domestic cyberstalking
• Violating a no-contact order
• Domestic breaking and entering (B&E)
• Domestic refusal to relinquish a telephone

The act defines family or household member as:
"spouses, former spouses, adult persons related by blood or marriage, adult persons who are presently residing together or who have resided together in the past three (3) years, and persons who have a child in common regardless of whether they have been married or have lived together, or if persons who are or have been in a substantive dating or engagement relationship within the past one year which shall be determined by the court's consideration of the following factors: length of the relationship, type of relationship, and frequency of interaction between the parties. "

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Domestic abuse charges can be very serious and you should only hire an experienced lawyer. Our Rhode Island domestic violence attorneys have achieved hundreds of dismissals over the years and can use his extensive experience and knowledge of criminal law to deliver the same results for you. Do not hesitate to call The Law Office of Thomas C. Thomasian, Esq. right away to schedule your free consultation.

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