35Offence—contravention of protection order

35 Offence—contravention of protection order (1) This section applies to a person against whom a protection order is made if the person— (a) was present when the protection order was made; or (b) has been personally served in accordance with this Act with a copy of the protection order. (2) The person commits an offence if the person engages in conduct that contravenes the protection order (including a condition of the order). Maximum penalty: 500 penalty units, imprisonment for 5 years or both. Note In deciding the sentence to be imposed on a person under this section, the Magistrates Court must consider the matters under the Crimes (Sentencing) Act 2005, s 33 (Sentencing—relevant considerations). (3) This section applies to conduct engaged in within the ACT as well as outside.