In Greeley, Colorado, Harassment – Cyberbullying is a criminal charge that can lead to time in the Weld County Jail, fines, and a criminal record. As schools use more online platforms, Cyberbullying as a subset of Harassment can lead even a juvenile to face charges, if they intentionally harass someone via the phone, texts, or social media. The section in Colorado Law, located at C.R.S. 18-9-111(1)(e), that specifically addresses Cyberbullying, is referred to as Kiana Arellano’s Law, after a teenager attempted suicide after being Cyberbullied. The attorneys at The O’Malley Law Office discuss Cyberbullying below. If you are facing Harassment or Cyberbullying charges in Fort Collins, click here.
What is the Definition of Cyberbullying, C.R.S. 18-9-111(1)(e), in Weld County?
The definition of Cyberbullying, C.R.S. 18-9-111(1)(e), in Weld County is:
(e) Directly or indirectly initiates communication with a person or directs language toward another person, anonymously or otherwise, by telephone, telephone network, data network, text message, instant message, computer, computer network, computer system, or other interactive electronic medium in a manner intended to harass or threaten bodily injury or property damage, or makes any comment, request, suggestion, or proposal by telephone, computer, computer network, computer system, or other interactive electronic medium that is obscene.
It is important to note that this section is under the Harassment criminal charge.
In Greeley, Colorado What is the Definition of Obscene in Cyberbullying, C.R.S. 18-9-111(1)(e)?
In Greely, the definition of Obscene in Cyberbullying is a:
The definition of Obscene is important to know because obscene requests, suggestions or comments through a computer, phone, or social media can be charged as Harassment under Cyberbullying.
In a Cyberbullying Charge, What Happens if the Defendant is a Juvenile, in Weld County?
If your child is accused of Cyberbullying, they will need skilled Weld County attorneys to navigate their case. When the defendant is under the age of 18 years old, their case will be prosecuted in Juvenile Court instead of the Weld County Criminal Court System. If they are found guilty of Cyberbullying, they can face community service, time in juvenile detention, mandatory counseling, or anti-bullying classes.
What are the Penalties and Sentence for Harassment / Cyberbullying in Greeley, Colorado?
The sentence in Greeley, for Cyberbullying is a class 3 misdemeanor and the penalties are up to 6 months in Weld County Jail, and $50 to $750 in fines. If you are convicted of Cyberbullying and it is due to the victim’s actual or perceived race, religion, ethnicity, physical or mental disability, or sexual orientation, then the sentence becomes a class 1 misdemeanor. The penalties for a class 1 misdemeanor can be 6 months to 18 months in jail, and/or $500 to $5,000 in fines.
The experienced criminal defense attorneys at the O’Malley Law office know that people can make mistakes online and may unintentionally Cyberbully. The Greeley Police are trying to close a case and get a conviction. Don’t be fooled that they are trying to help you and need some questions answered. Keep silent, and call our attorneys to help you navigate the specifics of your case.
If you or someone you love has been charged with Harassment or Cyberbullying, be smart, exercise your right to remain silent, and contact the best criminal defense attorneys from the O’Malley Law Office at 970-616-6009 to schedule your free consultation today. Together, we can protect your future.
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