DENVER (NEWSnet/AP) — U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert has a temporary restraining order against her ex-husband Jayson, accusing him of threatening to harm her and entering the family’s home without permission.
The judge’s order was issued Feb. 2 and could be made permanent at a hearing on Feb. 8, also includes protection for the couple’s three sons.
In her request, she mentioned a Jan. 6 argument in a restaurant where he claimed she had hit him. He later recanted and police said it was unfounded.
Jayson Boebert was uncooperative when police responded at the restaurant, leading to charges of disorderly conduct, third-degree criminal trespass and obstructing a peace officer, according to court documents.
Jayson Boebert said he only recently learned of the restraining order. In a text message to The Associated Press, he said he went into the home to clean it in preparation for the arrival of “her Granny.” He also said he was the victim at the restaurant.
“I would never harm Lauren, I just want to move on and be in peace,” he said.
He also accused his ex-wife of using the restraining order to “justify” her move to a new congressional district.
In December, Boebert switched districts, citing family turmoil as a reason for her move from the Colorado town of Silt to Windsor.
In her request for a restraining order, Boebert also cited a physical fight between her ex-husband and their 18-year-old son on Jan. 9. As their son called authorities, Jayson Boebert allegedly grabbed a rifle and departed, according to court documents.
Jayson Boebert was charged with harassment, prohibited use of a weapon and third-degree assault, court documents show. Lauren Boebert was not present during the altercation.
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