Violating a Protective Order

Breaking a domestic violence restraining order.

Less serious. Up to 1 year in county jail.

What the prosecutor must prove

They must prove every one of these. If one is missing, you should not be found guilty.

1. 1There was a valid protective order
2. 2You knew
3. 3You broke it on purpose

Possible punishment

Up to 1 year; more for repeats or injury.