Misdemeanor Child Abuse Attorney in Weld County

Misdemeanor Child Abuse can often occur in Weld County if you are accused and charged without necessity. Sometimes accidents happen and they can result in the injury of a child. Other times, your ex-wife will make false allegations against you to restrict parenting time.

Definition of Child Abuse in Greeley and Weld County

Colorado law’s definition of Child Abuse – C.R.S. 18-6-401 – is:

Punishment / Sentence for Misdemeanor Child Abuse

A person faces a Misdemeanor Child Abuse charge when a child is injured. If the result is death for the child, it is a Felony Child Abuse charge. If charged with a Child Abuse Misdemeanor, sentences are served at the county jail. Due to its status as an extraordinary risk crime, Child Abuse crimes face sentencing that is more severe.

Common Misdemeanor Child Abuse Cases in Evans, Ault, Greeley and Sterling

In Greeley, Evans, Ault and Sterling, it is not necessary for a child to have an injury for a misdemeanor Child Abuse cases to be charged. If a child is present while adults are arguing, the adults can be charged with Child Abuse. We have even defended a father against this crime over a miscommunication with his wife. He thought his son was with his wife, the wife thought he had the son, and the boy was accidentally left at the park. Both parents ended up getting charged with misdemeanor Child Abuse for this understandable and easy-to-make mistake. The police can be ruthless with their charges, even for minor mistakes like that couple.

Why is an Attorney Necessary for a Child Abuse Charge?

A Child Abuse attorney is necessary so that you don’t lose contact with your kids.  Police criminal charges can greatly affect your future plans and place a hold on them. By hiring experienced criminal defense attorneys who work with Child Abuse cases, you will be protecting yourself and your family. We are a dedicated law office that won't rest until we have presented a strong and reliable defense for you.