Orange County Child Abuse Defense Attorney

Child abuse is a violent crime that involves causing injury to a child, covered under California Penal Code 273d. As a whole, however, the term "child abuse" may also cover child sexual abuse, child molestation, emotional abuse, physical abuse, and even child endangerment.  This crime is a "wobbler", meaning it may be classified as a felony or a misdemeanor offense in California - depending on the offense itself and as determined by the prosecuting attorney.

Have you been arrested for or accused of child abuse? Talk to an Orange County child abuse defense attorney at the Law Offices of Fred Thiagarajah today if you would like to get more information about your case and how we can help you challenge these accusations.

Child Abuse in Orange County, California

Under California law, corporal injury or punishment on a child may be prosecuted as a misdemeanor or a felony:

• Misdemeanor child abuse - up to 1 year in county jail and a fine of up to $6,000.
• Felony child abuse - up to 2, 4, or 6 years in state prison and a fine of up to $6,000.
• A defendant may face an additional state prison term of 4 years if he or she has a prior conviction for child abuse within the past 10 years.

This offense involves causing injury to a child, however slight. Injuries may range from bruises or swelling all the way to broken bones or more severe injuries.

Consult an Experienced Child Abuse Defense Lawyer

As a former Deputy District Attorney, Fred Thiagarajah worked directly on investigations and the prosecution of child abuse cases. He has a unique, multi-faceted understanding of California criminal law as a result, and he is able to better assist his clients in reaching positive case outcomes even in the face of the most serious of child abuse allegations.

Learn more about how our firm can help you fight your child abuse charges. Contact Orange County child abuse lawyer Fred Thiagarajah today.