Domestic Violence Cases
If you have been charged with harrassment, assault, criminal mischief, or violation of a protection order with domestic violence, contact the Law Office of Geri R. Joneson, LLC.
Domestic violence is not a separate charge; it is considered a "sentencing enhancer". The charge is enhanced because of the relationship between the accused and the alleged victim. If you are convicted of assault/harassment and the domestic violence enhancer applies, you will be required to participate in domestic violence classes for approximately 36 weeks.
I am Geri Joneson, a criminal defense lawyer in Fort Collins, Colorado. I have 20 years of experience both as a prosecutor and a defense attorney in cases involving assault, harassment and domestic violence. If you, a friend, or a family member has been charged with a criminal case that carries a Domestic Violence sentencing enhancer, I offer a free initial consultation to discuss your case.
Typically, assault/harassment charges occur as the result of an argument that escalates to a physical altercation. Law enforcement officers are contacted and dispatched to a disturbance, and someone is usually arrested. The contact may have been no more than a shove on the shoulder.
It is often difficult to understand why an officer decides to arrest one person over the other. As your lawyer, I will thoroughly review the evidence in order to defend your rights and your perspective of the situations that led to your arrest.
Protection and No Contact Orders
In Colorado, if you are charged with any type of assault, the court will issue a "no contact order" as a condition of bond. The no contact order is very serious, and depending on the exact language of the no contact order, you cannot contact the alleged victim or you could be charged with an additional offense, including violation of your bond. Do not violate any term or condition of the no contact order. You should discuss this with an attorney in order to avoid other possible charges.
Free Attorney Consultation
Don't face domestic violence charges alone. For an experienced and dependable criminal defense attorney, schedule a free initial consultation with me, defense lawyer Geri Joneson, call 970-482-6000 or fill out the contact form on this Web site. You are entitled to personal attention and the respect you deserve.
