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Out-of-state restraining orders

Some victims leave the state where they have lived to protect themselves against further abuse.  Domestic violence crosses state boundaries. Under the Federal Violence against Women Act, a woman fleeing the state with a restraining order can get enforcement of that order in the new state.  According to this law, “all valid restraining orders granted… Continue reading →

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