The reports on the level of domestic violence during the holiday season are mixed, although high
expectations, money pressures, and the increase in alcohol consumption tends to raise stress levels, which may precipitate incidents leading to domestic violence charges. In this video, San Diego criminal defense attorney David P. Shapiro explains the nature of domestic violence under California law. He also discusses issues that arise during the course of a domestic violence case, among them pleading guilty as opposed to. going to trial, potential penalties (including mandatory attendance at domestic violence classes), and related matters.
