Violating a protective order tied to a felony charge can now be a felony
A willful violation of a criminal protective order can be a felony if the person faced a felony charge or conviction for the conduct behind it, unless that charge was reduced or dropped. Repeat violations within seven years involving violence or credible threats are felonies.
Who it affects
People under criminal protective orders, prosecutors and courts
When
This law takes effect on January 1, 2027. California laws take effect on January 1 of the year after they are signed, unless the law says otherwise.
- : Signed into law
- : This law takes effect
Official text
California AB 1877: Domestic violence: protective orders.
On California Legislative Information. The official text is what counts; read it before you act.
Not legal advice. Plain-English summaries to help you find what changes and when. Not legal advice: read the official text, and ask a lawyer about your situation.