GRABER, Judge.
Defendant appeals his conviction for burglary in the second degree, ORS 164.215, arguing that this prosecution is barred by the principle of former jeopardy. He contends that the same burglary episode was previously litigated in a criminal contempt proceeding. We agree and reverse.
On May 27, 1986, defendant's former girlfriend, Carla Clark, obtained a court order prohibiting him from contacting her or coming to her apartment. Defendant violated...
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