Facing domestic violence charges in Curry or Roosevelt County? Learn how Larsen & Mender helps clients protect their rights and navigate complex cases.
An Accusation Can Upend Your Life — Even Before You See a Courtroom
If you’ve been accused of domestic violence in Clovis, Portales, or anywhere in Eastern New Mexico, chances are your life changed in an instant. You may have been arrested, removed from your home, or suddenly blocked from seeing your children — all before a judge has heard a single word of your side of the story.
It’s one of the most overwhelming moments a person can face — and it’s often filled with confusion, emotion, and fear about what’s going to happen next.
At Larsen & Mender, we help clients in Curry and Roosevelt Counties navigate domestic violence accusations with clarity and urgency. We understand how these cases work, what’s at stake, and how to protect your rights at every stage of the process.
Domestic Violence Charges: What They Really Mean
In New Mexico, most domestic violence-related charges fall under battery against a household member, which can include spouses, dating partners, roommates, or family members. You don’t need a visible injury to be arrested — in many cases, a call to law enforcement is all it takes.
Here’s what typically happens next:
- Law enforcement responds, often making an arrest on the spot — even when both parties say it was a misunderstanding.
- A no-contact order is issued, meaning you may be legally barred from contacting the other person, entering your home, or seeing your children.
- You’re formally charged, and the case moves forward through the court system — regardless of whether the alleged victim wants to “drop the charges.”
Even a misdemeanor charge can carry lasting consequences, including jail time, loss of gun rights, damage to your reputation, and restrictions on custody or visitation. And if the case involves allegations of strangulation, serious injury, or prior convictions, you could be facing felony-level penalties.
Why It’s Not “Just a Misunderstanding” — And Why You Still Need a Lawyer
Many people accused of domestic violence want to explain, smooth things over, or hope it all goes away. But these cases don’t just resolve on good intentions. Once charges are filed, it’s the State of New Mexico pressing forward — not the individual who made the call.
That means you need to take the situation seriously from the start. Having an attorney involved early can make a real difference, including:
- Making sure you don’t violate court orders (even accidentally)
- Protecting your rights in interviews or court hearings
- Exploring options for dismissal, pre-trial resolution, or reduced charges
- Defending your parenting time, housing, and employment from collateral fallout
Domestic violence accusations are emotional — but the legal strategy has to be clear, calm, and proactive. That’s where we come in.
Every Story Has Two Sides — And You Deserve to Be Heard
At Larsen & Mender, we’ve represented people facing domestic violence charges throughout Clovis, Portales, and the surrounding areas. Some cases involve false accusations or escalating arguments that got out of control. Others come from complex situations involving custody disputes, substance use, or long-standing relationship tensions.
Whatever the circumstances, we believe every client deserves a chance to tell their story and be defended with respect and experience.
We work closely with clients to understand what really happened, review the evidence, and make sure your rights are not overlooked in a system that often moves too quickly to judge.
Start Protecting Your Future Today
An accusation doesn’t have to define you. But what you do next matters.
If you’ve been charged — or even just accused — of domestic violence, now is the time to talk to an attorney. Waiting too long can make it harder to protect your record, your rights, and your relationships.
