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JDF 414

Contempt Citation & Order to Show Cause

Colorado · Colorado Judicial Branch · Effective July 1, 2023

This form is a notice from the court telling a person that the court believes they might have broken a Protection Order. It orders the person to appear in court on a specific date and time to explain why they should not be found in Contempt of Court.

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Where this fits in a case

Judgment

Stage: Judgment

This form is used when a court believes someone may have violated a previously issued Protection Order. It requires the person named to appear before the court to explain their actions.

Prepared by the court or clerk.

Common questions

What does this form mean?
This form is a citation and order telling you that the court believes you may have broken a Protection Order and that you must appear in court to explain yourself.
What happens if I do not show up?
If you do not appear at the time, date, and place listed on this citation, a bench warrant will be issued for your arrest.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 10, 2026. The current version took effect July 1, 2023.

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