An article published on the website mmafighting.com details the arrest of UFC welterweight Anthony Johnson who is facing misdemeanor charges for an alleged altercation with an ex-girlfriend on June 27. Johnson has been charged with domestic violence, battery, death threats and destroying a phone to prevent the report of a crime.

Johnson has a trial date set for July 17 in his case. The arrest occurred after Johnson forced himself into his ex-girlfriend’s house to check on his dogs. An altercation followed that left both parties with scratches and bruises.

Domestic violence charges are all too common in our society today. The Riley Center, a shelter for the abused, estimates that every 9 seconds, a woman is battered in the U.S. It also estimates that Domestic Violence occurs in 60% of marriages and is the most under reported crime. With so many men and women falling victim to domestic violence, it is no surprise that Los Angeles restraining order requests and domestic violence charges are a constant occurance.

The skilled California domestic violence attorneys at Wallin & Klarich can help you protect yourself from your abuser. We can file a restraining order on your behalf, appearing for you in court, allowing you to avoid facing your abuser face to face. Our attorneys also have experience defending those with domestic violence charges against them. We will build your defense, clear your name and defend your rights. Whatever your situation may be, we have the solution. Call Wallin & Klarich Family Law for sound advice, peace of mind, legal guidance and a free, completely confidential consultation at 1-888-749-7428.