Orange County Child Abuse Attorney

Defending Yourself against Accusations of Child Abuse

Accusations of child abuse are not taken lightly in the court of law. When dealing with an individual accused of child abuse, law enforcement officers, prosecutors, and judges can be unforgiving and biased. Because of this significant bias against individuals accused of abusing a child, it is absolutely essential to seek out exceptionally capable legal representation should you be accused of this crime.

The Many Faces of Child Abuse

When most people think of child abuse they picture black eyes and bruises. They do not always realize that abuse can come in many, more subtle forms. One prominent form of child abuse that most people do not associate with the crime is negligence. Child neglect can be just as harmful to a child as verbal abuse.

Because these forms of abuse do not leave visible signs of abuse such as cuts or bruises, the prosecution will rely heavily on witness or character testimonies to secure a conviction. Children can also be susceptible to manipulation and suggestion, recalling false memories under the insistence of a psychologist of prosecuting attorney. A good defense attorney will be able to protect you from these unfair strategies.

Child Abuse Lawyer Serving NewPort Beach and all of Orange County

At the Law Office of Frances Prizzia, we know that the circumstances surrounding a child abuse accusation can be incredibly complicated. We will work closely with you to understand the true nature of these charges. When defending against witness testimony, facts and verifiable information are of immense importance.

Our firm has an investigator on staff to ensure that your case is given the scrutiny it deserves. With our firm you can count on compassionate treatment and aggressive representation. We serve Orange County cities including Newport Beach and Irvine, as well as Los Angeles, San Diego, and Ventura.