A moment of carelessness could result in a Child Abuse Charge (CRS 18-6 –401), which is known as Felony Child Abuse in Colorado. Last week in Federal Heights, a man was arrested after accidentally shooting his six-year old daughter in the leg. The girl was taken to the hospital and is expected to fully recover, but her father is facing serious charges.
What is Felony Child Abuse in Colorado?
An accusation of felony child abuse is serious. The District Attorney and Colorado police only charge our clients when the alleged abuse results in serious bodily injuries to the child or death occurs. The Federal Heights man was most likely charged with a Class 4 felony, which is charged when a person is alleged to have acted with “criminal negligence and the child abuse results in serious bodily injury to the child.”
What happens if you are convicted of Felony Child Abuse in Colorado?
A Class 4 felony conviction in Weld, Larimer or Morgan County is punishable by imprisonment in the Colorado Department of Corrections. Police often allege assault in these cases as well. The Federal Heights man was also charged with Aggravated Second-Degree Assault (CRS 18-3-203), which occurs when a person “recklessly causes serious bodily injury to another by means of a deadly weapon.” If convicted of both charges, a person in Greeley, Windsor or Eaton could face serious prison time.
What should I do if I am accused of Felony Child Abuse in Colorado?
If you are accused of or charged with Felony Child Abuse in Colorado, contact one of our experienced, full-time criminal defense lawyers right away. Never give statements (not even over the phone) to the police without first consulting your criminal defense attorney. A conviction of felony child abuse in Colorado has serious consequences, and could greatly affect your future. A moment of carelessness could separate you from your children.
If police contact you regarding charges of Felony Child Abuse in Colorado, or Second-Degree Assault in Weld County, be smart, exercise your right to remain silent, and contact the experienced criminal defense attorneys at the O’Malley Law Office at 970-616-6009. Together, we can protect your future.
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