Domestic Violence Defense Attorneys in Oregon City, OR

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Being accused of domestic violence is serious. It can feel isolating, and the social stigma that comes with these charges can make it hard to know where to turn. But an accusation isn’t a conviction. You have rights, and you deserve an attorney who can tell your story and fight for you.

At Morrisson Law LLC, we represent individuals charged with or accused of domestic violence crimes in Oregon City, OR, the Portland metro area, and communities across northwest Oregon and southwest Washington. Oregon doesn’t have a standalone domestic violence statute; the designation attaches to underlying offenses such as assault, strangulation, stalking, harassment, and menacing when committed against a family or household member under ORS 135.230. We approach every case without judgment. Our job is to understand your situation, protect your rights, and build a strong defense on your behalf.

Don’t wait to get help. Call (971) 299-8747 or reach out online to request a free case analysis with our Oregon City domestic violence attorneys.

Common Defenses in Oregon Domestic Violence Cases

Oregon’s mandatory arrest policy requires officers to take a suspect into custody when probable cause exists that a domestic violence offense occurred, which means arrests happen quickly and early intervention by defense counsel matters. Drawing on our experience across 1,000+ cases, we build strategic defenses with clear objectives. Common defenses we raise in domestic violence cases include the following.

• False or exaggerated allegations: Accusations made during contentious separations or custody disputes aren’t uncommon. We investigate the facts and challenge claims unsupported by evidence.
• Self-defense: If you acted to protect yourself from harm, that’s a recognized legal defense in Oregon that we can raise on your behalf.
• Lack of evidence: Domestic violence charges are sometimes pursued without physical evidence or reliable witness testimony. We scrutinize the prosecution’s case and challenge it where it falls short.
• Constitutional violations: If law enforcement violated your rights during the investigation or arrest, we can raise those issues and pursue appropriate remedies.

Why Oregon City Residents Choose Morrisson Law LLC

Attorney Sarah Morrisson spent years in public defense representing clients charged with domestic violence offenses, assault, sexual assault, and related crimes. That ground-level courtroom experience means we understand how these cases are prosecuted and what defendants actually face at each stage, not just in theory, but in practice. Attorney Morrisson also began her career at Legal Aid and assisted in certifying a Federal Class Action lawsuit involving constitutional violations, grounding our approach in rights protection from the start.

A Dedicated Criminal Defense Firm

Morrisson Law LLC is a woman-owned, independently operated criminal defense firm. Criminal defense isn’t one department among many here; it’s everything we do. When you work with us, you get direct access to Attorney Morrisson throughout your case, not a rotating cast of associates.

Dual-State Licensure Covering Clackamas County & Beyond

Attorney Morrisson is licensed in both Oregon and Washington, covering Clackamas County courts, including Clackamas County Circuit Court in Oregon City, where felony domestic violence charges from communities across the county are heard. She’s also licensed in the Federal Court for the District of Oregon, enabling representation in both state-level domestic violence matters and federal criminal cases. We serve Multnomah, Washington, Clackamas, Yamhill, Columbia, Clark, and Cowlitz Counties. So, no matter which side of the river your matter arises, we can help.

Prepared for Oregon’s Most Serious Statutes

Some domestic violence charges in Oregon can involve Ballot Measure 11 offenses, particularly certain assault charges that carry mandatory minimum sentences regardless of individual circumstances. We understand the unique landscape of Oregon law and are prepared to defend against its most serious statutes.