Can someone be charged with both a PPO violation and a separate criminal offense for the same behavior?

Yes. Michigan statutes clearly state a Legislative intent that criminal sanctions be imposed in addition to whatever criminal penalties apply for a separate criminal offense. (See MCL 600.2950(23) and 600.2950a(20).) Also, appellate decisions have stated that separate convictions did not violate double jeopardy, even though they were based on the same conduct. (People v Coones, 216 Michigan App 721, 500 NW2d 600, 603 (1996)).

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1. What if the Respondent violates the PPO?
2. Does the violation have to occur in front of a police officer?
3. What if the PPO violator is gone before the police arrive?
4. What happens if he is arrested?
5. What if he is not arrested for violating the PPO?
6. What is the Prosecuting Attorney's role in PPO contempt hearings?
7. What kinds of punishment can he get for violating the PPO?
8. What can I do to help "make a case" for a PPO violation?
9. Can someone be charged with both a PPO violation and a separate criminal offense for the same behavior?
10. What if I resume contact with the respondent after the PPO has been issued?
11. How do I change the terms of or dismiss the PPO?
12. Is there a fee to modify or cancel a PPO?