Overview

Protective Order Violation Bail Bonds in Ellis County

Violation of protective order under Texas Penal Code Section 25.07 occurs when a person who is the subject of a court-issued protective order knowingly violates the terms of that order. Common violations include contacting a protected person, going within a prohibited distance of their home or workplace, possessing a firearm in violation of the order, or committing a new act of family violence. The base classification is a Class A misdemeanor, but the offense is elevated to a third-degree felony if the defendant has two or more prior violations or if the violation involved a violent act, stalking, or possession of a deadly weapon. Continuous violation of certain court orders under Section 25.072 — committing two or more violations within a 12-month period — is a third-degree felony. Bond amounts on protective order violations are typically higher than first-time misdemeanor charges due to the underlying family violence concern that originally prompted the protective order. Bond conditions are extensive: strict no-contact provisions, GPS monitoring in many cases, prohibition from being near the protected person's home or workplace, surrender of any firearms, and immediate reporting requirements. Protective order violations are taken seriously by Ellis County courts, and bond may be denied entirely in some cases involving repeat violations. Act Swift Bail Bonds files surety bonds for eligible protective order violation cases. Call us 24/7 for help.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What constitutes a violation of a protective order in Texas?
Violations include contacting a protected person, going within a prohibited distance of their residence or workplace, possessing a firearm in violation of the order, or committing a new act of family violence. Even unintentional contact in some cases can be charged as a violation.
How is a protective order violation classified?
A first violation is generally a Class A misdemeanor under Texas Penal Code § 25.07. The offense is elevated to a third-degree felony if there are two or more prior violations or if the violation involved a violent act or possession of a deadly weapon.
Can bond be denied on a protective order violation?
Yes. Bond may be denied entirely in cases involving repeat violations, violent conduct during the violation, or when the magistrate determines the defendant poses a continued danger to the protected person. Many cases require GPS monitoring as a release condition.
What conditions are typical on a protective order violation bond?
Conditions are extensive: strict no-contact provisions, GPS ankle monitoring, prohibition from being near the protected person's home or workplace, immediate firearm surrender, and frequent reporting. Violating any condition can result in immediate bond revocation.