Protecting Southern California Domestic Violence Victims Through Legal Action
California law provides strong protections for individuals facing domestic violence. If you are dealing with abuse or threats in Palm Desert, immediate legal action can help ensure your safety and protect your rights.
At the Law Offices of Tecla M. Lunak, APC, we support survivors in Palm Desert and throughout Southern California by securing protection and navigating related family law matters with dignity and understanding. As former prosecutors in both Florida and Riverside County, our lawyer team brings valuable courtroom experience to domestic violence cases. Our Spanish-speaking staff helps ensure clear communication during these challenging situations.
Restraining Orders Is A Lifeline For Victims
A domestic violence restraining order creates immediate legal protection by:
- Requiring the restrained person to stay away from you, your home and your workplace
- Prohibiting any contact through calls, messages or third parties
- Ordering the restrained person to move out of a shared home
- Establishing temporary child custody and visitation arrangements
- Requiring the surrender of firearms and ammunition
- Protecting other family members or household residents
While emergency protective orders can be obtained through law enforcement, a longer-term restraining order requires court filing. Our team guides you through gathering evidence, preparing documentation and presenting your case effectively to the court.
Restraining Orders’ Impact On Family Law Matters
When domestic violence is involved, it significantly affects other family law proceedings:
- Child custody and visitation: Courts prioritize children’s safety when making custody decisions. Evidence of domestic violence creates a presumption against awarding custody to an abusive parent.
- Child and spousal support: Economic abuse often accompanies other forms of domestic violence. Courts consider this factor when determining support amounts and may order additional financial protections.
- Property division: Abuse can influence how assets are divided, particularly regarding the family home and access to financial resources needed for safety.
Having handled domestic violence cases both as prosecutors and family law attorneys, we understand how to coordinate restraining orders with other legal proceedings to maximize protection for our clients.
Contact Us
Drawing on over four decades of courtroom experience and our background in prosecution, we provide strong advocacy for domestic violence survivors. The Law Offices of Tecla M. Lunak, APC, works closely with local law enforcement and support services to help ensure comprehensive protection for our clients.
Contact our Palm Desert office via 760-621-6113 or our online form to schedule a confidential consultation. Our Spanish-speaking staff is available to assist you, and we handle these sensitive matters with the utmost discretion and care.
