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Domestic Violence Stalking in Denver | DV Attorney

On Behalf of | Dec 10, 2020 | Domestic Violence, Stalking |

Domestic Violence Stalking

Domestic violence stalking in Denver is a criminal charge that involves threats and repeated behavior that cause distress in a current or former romantic partner. Following or continuously contacting an ex or their immediate family after a breakup can lead to a DV stalking charge in Denver, Cherry Creek, or Montbello. Furthermore, acts of stalking can occur directly or indirectly through another person. Keeping tabs on a former girlfriend’s new lover can even lead to criminal charges. If you or someone you know is being accused of domestic violence stalking, it is best to contact an experienced DV lawyer early on in the case.

Denver DV Stalking Law

Denver’s domestic violence stalking law prohibits credible threats and repeated actions made between those who are or have been in an intimate relationship. CRS 18-3-602 addresses the specific details of stalking in Denver, Arapahoe, and Adams County. You commit stalking if you:

  • make a credible threat against another,
    • and repeatedly approach, contact, communicate with, or follow them,
  • or repeatedly follow, approach, contact, communicate with, or place under surveillance,
    • a person, their immediate family member, or their intimate partner,
    • in a way that causes serious emotional distress

Where a domestic violence enhancement comes into play is when the above actions are taken against a spouse, ex, someone you’ve dated or are dating, or a co-parent.

How Bad is DV Stalking in Denver?

When a stalking charge includes a domestic violence enhancement, a mandatory arrest and protection order apply at the onset of the charge. Stalking itself is at minimum a class 5 felony – extraordinary risk crime. A conviction can lead to:

  • a prison sentence of 1 – 4 years,
  • fines of $1K – $100K,
  • 2 years of parole

However, two specific scenarios increase stalking to a class 4 felony:

  • a second or subsequent stalking charge within 7 years of the first,
  • or as a violation of a protection order or condition of probation / parole

This can as much as double the prison sentence, increase the fine amounts, and add a year to the parole period.

Denver’s Top Domestic Violence Attorney

An allegation of a crime against a current or former intimate partner can be a lot to handle. Defendants in these cases need experienced, strategic representation to protect their future. We have decades of combined experience successfully navigating domestic violence charges and are prepared for your unique case. Perhaps you didn’t threaten anyone, no one suffered serious emotional distress, or you didn’t repeatedly follow or contact the alleged victim. Nonetheless, contact our office for a free, confidential consultation. We will thoroughly analyze your case, as well as suggest next steps. Our 24/7 criminal lawyers offer same-day jail visits, affordable fees, and flexible payment plans for those facing charges throughout Colorado.

Don’t talk to the police about DV stalking – talk to us. Sawyer Legal Group, LLC 303-731-0719

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