In Weld County, False Imprisonment is charged when someone has wrongfully kept another person in a certain place. To keep someone detained, when you’re not an officer, is illegal in Weld County, Colorado. Recently, a man was arrested for False Imprisonment, but this story is a little wild. Supposedly, the man’s girlfriend was making claims about suicide, so he decided tying her up was the way to go. A few days later he called police. When police arrived, they found the woman bound by zip-ties, screaming. She told authorities that she had no intention of committing suicide. After talking to the man more, police learned there were multiple arrest warrants out for him. Additionally, they found firearms, and he was not allowed to own such items. Furthermore, after placed in custody, he tried to smuggle in a lighter, weed, and tobacco. Had he been in Colorado, he would be facing charges of False Imprisonment, Domestic Violence, Possession of Weapon by Previous Offender, and Introducing Contraband, among others.
False Imprisonment, C.R.S. 18-3-303, in Greeley
In Greeley, when you’re accused of False Imprisonment, C.R.S. 18-3-303, you’re accused of:
Since this man is accused of restraining the girl so she couldn’t leave, he is facing False Imprisonment charges.
Sentence for False Imprisonment By Tying Someone Up in Longmont, Firestone, and Severance
Generally, the sentence for False Imprisonment in Longmont, Firestone, and Severance is a class 2 misdemeanor. However, as with many misdemeanor level crimes, it can be elevated to a felony level crime. False Imprisonment becomes a class 5 felony when the person uses force or threat of force to detain the victim, and when the victim has been confined for 12 hours or more. Based on that information, if this man was being tried in Longmont, Colorado, he would be facing a class 5 felony because he had her bound for a few days.
Additionally, if the victim is a child, anyone under 18, and the actor locks them into a room causing bodily injury or serious emotional distress, the actor will also face a class 5 felony. Or, if the confinement of the child was a part of cruel punishment, they would also be facing the felony charge.
Domestic Violence and False Imprisonment in Brighton, Windsor, and Evans
When someone is charged for False Imprisonment against their girlfriend in Brighton, Windsor, and Evans, a Domestic Violence Sentence Enhancer will be added onto the underlying charge. If convicted, a Domestic Violence enhancer means several things. First off, a mandatory protection order will be put in place. This makes it illegal for the accused to talk, see, or communicate at all with the victim. Second, the actor will have to undergo Domestic Violence Treatment. This treatment is incredibly evasive and is all funded by the actor. And, say goodbye to any and all firearms and ammunition if you own any. Even if the underlying crime is non-violent, like False Imprisonment, any person who is dealing with a DV enhancer will not be allowed to possess or own any sort of firearm.
Accused of False Imprisonment with Domestic Violence in Greeley or Weld County?
When you’re being accused of False Imprisonment with a Domestic Violence Enhancer in Greeley or Weld County, contact the O’Malley Law Office as soon as you can. When dealing with any sort of criminal charge, you’ll want to hire a criminal defense attorney early on in your case so both you and your attorney are prepared for anything the DA tries to throw at you.
Call 970-616-6009 or fill out the Get Help Now form to schedule a free consultation with an experienced criminal defense attorney in the Greeley and Weld County area. Together, we can protect your future.
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