PL 215.52 · Article 215
Aggravated Criminal Contempt
This felony applies when violating an order of protection causes physical injury to the protected person, or when you commit first-degree criminal contempt after a prior contempt conviction.
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Text us immediately · (845) 290-2492What the prosecutor must prove
- You violated a duly served order of protection, or you committed first-degree criminal contempt with a qualifying prior conviction.
- The protected person suffered physical injury, or the prior conviction requirement is met.
Defenses that commonly apply
- The injury was not caused by your conduct.
- The order was not served or known to you.
- The prior conviction does not fit the statutory requirement.
Penalties and collateral consequences
A Class D Felony carries a maximum sentence of up to 7 years and a fine of up to Up to $5,000.
Every case turns on its own facts. The information on this page is general, not legal advice.
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