Violation of an Order of Protection

If you are facing a violation of an order of protection charge related to domestic violence, it’s important to have a criminal defense attorney for several reasons:

1. Understanding of the Law: A criminal defense attorney is well-versed in the laws surrounding domestic violence and violation of protection orders. They can explain the charges against you, the potential consequences, and guide you through the legal process.
2. Defending Your Rights: Violating an order of protection can carry serious legal consequences, including arrest, fines, and even jail time. A defense attorney can ensure that your rights are protected throughout the process and may be able to challenge the evidence against you.
3. Negotiating a Plea: If the evidence against you is strong, a good criminal defense attorney can negotiate with the prosecution for a plea deal, possibly reducing charges or penalties, which may be more favorable than going to trial.
4. Expert in Evidence: Your attorney can review the evidence in your case (such as text messages, phone records, or witness testimony) to look for weaknesses in the prosecution’s argument. They might be able to suppress evidence that was unlawfully obtained or that doesn’t directly prove you violated the order.
5. Mitigating Consequences: In cases where you might be guilty, a defense attorney can help minimize the severity of the charges. They can advocate for rehabilitation, treatment, or other alternatives to jail time.
6. Navigating Complexities: Orders of protection can sometimes be based on misunderstandings or false accusations. A defense attorney can investigate your side of the story and work to show that the violation either didn’t happen or was unintentional.
7. Protecting Your Future: A conviction for violating an order of protection can have long-lasting impacts, including on your employment, your family life, and your reputation. An attorney can help fight to preserve your future.
8. Representation in Court: Having an attorney like David Ridings represent you in court ensures that you have someone with legal expertise to present your case, cross-examine witnesses, and make compelling arguments on your behalf.

In short, a criminal defense attorney like David Ridings will work to ensure that you are treated fairly, and help to achieve the best possible outcome in your case. Hiring a premier criminal defense attorney like David Ridings means you have an attorney with arguably the most experience an attorney can have in this area of the law. He is a former Metro Nashville police officer, prosecutor, and currently (as of the writing of this page in 2025) a Night Court Judicial Magistrate/Commissioner. He has vast trial experience, and knows what to do when you are facing a charge like this.  Over the past, nearly, 40 years Ridings has made valuable relationships that will help you in your criminal defense fight.  Hiring him today will alleviate the stress you understandably have right now. 

Call him today for a consultation, and get some rest tonight.