You will need a Weld County Attorney anytime you’re accused of a Violation of a Protection Order. A Protection Order is generally issued when there is a Domestic Violence accusation or when a crime has a specific victim. Protection Orders are used to maintain safety between the victim and the accused, so when there is a claim that one was violated, it becomes a new crime against the defendant. This man was pulled over for a routine traffic stop. The officer found him with ammunition in his lap, and they later found a loaded gun and a drug pipe. On top of all of that, he was driving under the influence. As the officer ran his information through the system, they found he had been charged with multiple crimes, including Violation of a Protection Order.
How can Someone Violate a Protection Order, C.R.S. 18-6-803.5, in Greeley?
In Greeley, someone can Violate a Protection Order, C.R.S. 18-6-803.5, if they:
It is also considered a Violation of a Protection Order if the defendant tries to hire or just have another person find the protected person. In addition to that, if, like the man who was found at a traffic stop, the defendant has purchased or possesses a firearm or ammunition, they are also in Violation of the Protection Order.
What is the Sentence for Violating a Protection Order in Weld County, Longmont and Lyons?
When someone has been accused of Violating a Protection Order in Weld County, Longmont or Lyons, they face being sentenced to a class 2 misdemeanor, as long as it is their first violation. If it isn't their first violation of that section of the protection order, or a former version of it, then they can be charged with class 1 misdemeanor. If they have violated another protection order altogether, they will be charged with a class 1 extraordinary risk misdemeanor.
The penalties for a class 2 misdemeanor are:
- Serving between 3 months and 12 months in the Weld County Jail
- Paying a fine between $250 and $1,000
The sentence for a class 1 misdemeanor are:
- Serving between 6 months and 18 months in the Weld County Jail
- Paying a fine between $500 and $5,000
The punishment for a class 1 extraordinary risk misdemeanor are:
- Serving between 6 months and 2 years in the Weld County Jail
- Paying a fine between $500 and $5,000
If you're being accused of Violation of a Protection Order, act quickly and reach out to the O'Malley Law Office so we can begin protecting you immediately.
Call 970-616-6009 or fill out the Get Help Now form to schedule a free consultation with an experienced criminal defense attorney in the Greeley and Weld County area.
Together, we can protect your future.
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