U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert requests dropping of restraining order; Jayson Boebert hearing continued amid son’s arrest
Jayson Boebert, the ex-husband of U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert, appeared at the Garfield County Associate Courthouse in Rifle on Monday, facing multiple legal challenges and a temporary restraining order.
During the hearing, Rep. Boebert asked Rifle Judge Jonathan Pototsky to vacate the temporary restraining order, which was granted, stating that her and her ex-husband have come to a “strict” agreement that she hopes Jayson will follow.
The restraining order was originally sought by Rep. Boebert on Feb. 5 following two incidents in January involving Jayson. The first, on Jan. 6 at Miners Claim Restaurant in Silt, led to a police response after a report of “domestic violence abuse.” Jayson claimed Rep. Boebert had assaulted him, an allegation for which police found no evidence. Following the arrival of authorities, he was forcibly escorted out of the restaurant but was not detained.
A subsequent disturbance on Jan. 9 at the Boebert residence involved Jayson and 18-year-old son, Tyler. The altercation, characterized by Jayson’s heavy alcohol consumption and possession of a firearm, resulted in his arrest and charges including prohibited use of a weapon, harassment, and third-degree assault.
Jayson also faces charges from the January incidents including disorderly conduct and obstruction of a peace officer.
The court session was continued due to recent developments involving Tyler, one of four children of Jayson and Rep. Boebert. Tyler was arrested on Feb. 27 in connection to vehicle trespass and property thefts in Rifle, facing 22 combined felony and misdemeanor charges.
A new protection order set out by the district attorney’s office was discussed and implemented on Monday, which bars Jayson from possessing firearms or consuming alcohol and drugs during the pendency of the case. The order does not restrict contact with Tyler, who is currently living with Jayson, according to Jayson’s defense.
Jayson is scheduled to return to court on April 15 as legal proceedings continue.
This story is from PostIndependent.com.
