SPOKANE, WA · PROTECTION ORDERS
MISDEMEANOR OR FELONY
Washington courts issue several kinds of orders — including domestic violence protection orders, no-contact orders and anti-harassment orders. Knowingly violating one of these orders is a crime.
Most first violations are gross misdemeanors. A violation can become a felony if it involves an assault, reckless conduct that creates a risk of serious injury, or if there are two or more prior violations.
Even contact that seems harmless — a text, a call or a social media message — can lead to a new charge.
Chris Bugbee helps clients understand exactly what their order allows and prohibits, and builds a defense when a violation is alleged.
As a former prosecutor with 30+ years of criminal law experience, he knows how these cases are proven.
WHAT TO KNOW
The State must prove that a valid order existed, that you knew about it, and that you knowingly violated it.
Questions about service of the order, the terms of the order and the evidence of contact can all matter.
Only the court can change an order — even if the protected person agrees to contact.
TYPES OF ORDERS
THE STATE MUST PROVE
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Accused of violating a protection order? Call Bugbee Law Office, P.S. today for a free case evaluation.
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Speak with an experienced Spokane criminal defense attorney about the order and your options.
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