Colorado Protective Order Attorneys
According to figures released by the US Department of Justice, one in every five women is assaulted by her partner. In the course of practicing family law, the Colorado custody and divorce attorneys of Kaplan Law L.L.C. often witness the aftermath of domestic violence, harassment and other harmful behavior. As Colorado protective order lawyers, we offer our understanding and legal experience to the victims of domestic disputes.
The State of Colorado enforces a system of civil protective orders which helps shield the targets of violence and harassment from further abuse. These civil protective orders (also called no contact orders or restraining orders) send a clear message to the abuser that his or her actions will not be tolerated by the victim or by society at large.
Civil or Criminal Action
In Colorado, domestic violence can be addressed by the legal system through the civil branch of the courts or through the criminal courts. Occasionally, a case will be handled simultaneously by both courts.
In a civil court, the plaintiff has the right to drop a case. The civil courts issue protective orders in Colorado which establish conditions of unacceptable behavior and create the potential of punishment should the protective order be violated. Colorado protective orders lawyers most often work within the civil courts.
The criminal courts address criminal acts, such as battery, assault, and harassment. In a criminal case, the prosecuting attorney decides whether to pursue action against a defendant. The criminal courts levy fines, probation and jail time to punish criminal activity.
Kaplan Law L.L.C.: A Family Law Team
The family law and divorce lawyers and paralegals of Kaplan Law practice as a team, giving our clients the benefit of a broad knowledge base of a larger law firm combined with the in-depth, personal attention of a solo attorney. The Colorado custody and divorce lawyers of Kaplan Law are experienced with the complicated and emotional volatile issues of domestic violence and offer their services as compassionate practitioners of family law.
Have questions about protective orders, restraining orders or any other aspect of Colorado custody and divorce law? Please contact Kaplan Law L.L.C. to set up a consultation today.
