Civil protection orders in Colorado are intended to protect someone threatened by another person. Many civil protection orders are linked to former domestic relationships.
Colorado issues several different types of restraining orders, including:
How you deal with a protection order requested by your ex or anyone else varies based on whether the request was filed based on false accusations.
If your ex secures a protection order in Colorado based on false accusations, it can still have serious consequences. You might need to relocate, change your daily activities to avoid contact, and lose time with your children. It’s something that can affect your reputation and lead to implication in the involvement in future crimes.
The best thing to do if your former spouse or significant other has requested a protection order against you, whether it’s based on false information or not, is to speak to an attorney.
Violating a civil protection order is a crime. If you have a protection order against you, you should:
If you’re facing restrictions from a civil protection order in Colorado or you suspect your ex might be in the process of requesting an order, we can help. For more information or to schedule a consultation, contact Bloch & Chapleau LLC by calling toll free (303) 331-1700 or fill out our online contact form.
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