Niagara County Woman Arrested for First-Degree Criminal Contempt
On February 18, 2025, 41-year-old Jennifer McMillan was arrested in Niagara County, New York, and booked on a charge of first-degree criminal contempt for violating an order of protection under New York Penal Law 215.51(B), a Class E felony.
Under New York law, first-degree criminal contempt is charged when an individual knowingly violates a court-issued order of protection in a manner that involves physical threats, violence, or repeated offenses. A conviction for this felony offense can lead to up to four years in state prison, probation, and additional legal penalties.
Authorities have not released further details on the alleged violation, and McMillan’s case is expected to proceed through the Niagara County court system in the coming weeks.
Charges Below:
Booking Date: 02/18/25 City: Buffalo, New York Age/YOB: 41
Hair: Brown Eyes: Brown Weight: 125 Height: 5'7" Gender: Female
| Title | Type | Bond |
| criminal contempt-1st: violate order of protection | $ |