Notificación sobre órdenes de restricción para prevenir el abuso doméstico

Explicación Simple

Esta ley dice que cuando hay abuso en casa, los padres deben ser informados sobre ayuda disponible. Así, pueden cuidar mejor de sus hijos y asegurarse de que estén bien.

Es como cuando un maestro avisa a los padres sobre un problema en la escuela. Así, ellos pueden tomar acción para ayudar a su hijo.

Ejemplo Práctico

Imagina que Ana vive con su pareja, Luis, quien a veces se vuelve violento. Si Ana obtiene una orden de restricción, la ley asegura que se le informe sobre recursos que pueden ayudar a Ana y a sus hijos a estar seguros y recibir apoyo.

Texto Original del Estatuto (Inglés)

C.R.S. 14-10-123.6 – Required notice of prior restraining orders to prevent domestic abuse (1) The general assembly hereby finds, determines, and declares that domestic violence is a pervasive problem in society and that a significant portion of domestic violence in society occurs in or near the home. The general assembly further recognizes research demonstrating that children in a home where domestic violence occurs are at greater risk of emotional, psychological, and physical harm. Studies have found that eighty to ninety percent of the children living in homes with domestic violence are aware of the violence. The general assembly finds that emerging research has established that these children are at greater risk of the following: Psychological, social, and behavioral problems; higher rates of academic problems; more physical illnesses, particularly stress-associated disorders; and a greater propensity to exhibit aggressive and violent behavior, sometimes carrying violent and violence-tolerant roles to their adult relationships. Studies have also noted that children are affected to varying degrees by witnessing violence in the home, and each child should be assessed on an independent basis. Accordingly, the general assembly determines that it is in the best interests of the children of the state of Colorado for the courts to advise the parents or guardians of children affected by domestic violence about the availability of resources and services and for such persons to be