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Denver Father Faces Child Abuse Charges

Posted by Unknown | May 22, 2015 | 0 Comments

According to a news article, a Denver man was accused of keeping his two young children from going outdoors and allowing them to live inside their apartment covered in cat and human feces. By the time the kids were released from the home, neither one of them was capable of functioning normally, and each one ended up going through six surgeries as a result of the child abuse. Let's continue reading to learn more about how Child Abuse is charged in Denver, Arapahoe County and across Colorado.

What is Child Abuse in Colorado?

Child abuse, C.R.S. 18-6-401(7)(a) is:

“a felony charge in Denver, Adams and Jefferson County if a person is responsible for harming the life or health of a child, or if someone allows for a child to be placed in a situation that threatens his or her life or health.”

The father in this situation would likely be charged with Felony Child Abuse. He abused and neglected his children to the point where they could not understand the world around them like other kids their age. He failed to care for their physical and medical needs to the extent that they were left with serious physical issues, which constitutes a felony. A child abuse felony of this type can be classified as a class 3 or a class 4 felony, meaning 2 to 16 years in prison.

If you've been charged with Child Abuse, contact an experienced lawyer to fight on your behalf.

Denver Child Abuse Examples of Child Abuse Charges

Let's say you pick up your child after school. As you are picking your child up, one of his classmate's parents comes up to talk with you. Before long, you are so engaged in the conversation Sometimes, people can face child abuse charges even if they are not intentionally in the wrong. that you don't notice that your son has wandered off into the street, looking for your car. Is this child abuse? Well, in some unfortunate cases, it is possible that someone could be facing child abuse charges when they were not intentionally in the wrong. A Dependency and Neglect from Child Abuse, C.R.S. 19-1-303, can be charged in situations such as this one, even if the parent was not intending harm. This charge can also occur if drugs are a part of your or your child's life.

Why You Need a Child Abuse Criminal Defense Attorney

Often, child abuse can be reported to Social Services, and it is possible that the police will also file a criminal case against you. This could lead to losing custody of your child and a prison sentence. The defense attorneys at the O'Malley Law Office recognize the deep hurt that can occur in cases of child abuse charges, and it is important that you and your child's future are protected. Contact one of our experienced attorneys in Douglas, Lake, or Morgan County today to prepare yourself for a better life.

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If you or a loved one is facing Child Abuse charges, be smart, exercise your right to remain silent, and contact one of the best criminal defense attorneys at the O'Malley Law Office at (303) 830-0880 for a free consultation. Together, we can protect your future.Request a Free Consultation

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