Are you living in a home filled with domestic violence? You are not alone. According to statistics, 1 in 4 women have been violently attacked by a partner in their lifetime. Not to worry – you have rights! No one has the right to put their hands on you, cause you fear or threaten you…. Continue reading →
Archive for the ‘Restraining order’ Category
What do you mean I have to stay away?
Have you been served a restraining order? Do you need a restraining order for your protection? A restraining order is often issued when a person brings about accusations of domestic violence, physical or emotional abuse, threats of bodily harm, harassment or stalking against a family member, spouse or partner. It requires the alleged abuser to… Continue reading →
California Domestic Violence Prevention Act
The California Domestic Violence Prevention Act defines domestic violence as, “Intentionally or recklessly causing or attempting to cause bodily injury.” In addition, it says, “Placing a person in reasonable apprehension of imminent serious bodily injury to the person or to another. Engaging in any behavior that has been or could be illegal, such as molesting,… Continue reading →
What are restraining orders?
Restraining orders are sometimes not fully understood, and in some cases people don’t realize they had this option. A restraining order (also called a “protective order”) is a court order that can protect someone from being physically or sexually abused, threatened, stalked, or harassed. The person getting the restraining order is called the “protected person.”… Continue reading →
Obtaining a restraining order
A restraining order is a court order that protects an individual and prohibits one person from having contact with another, especially during divorce proceedings. A restraining order can be obtained for domestic abuse, harassment, or child abuse – just to name a few. · Domestic abuse is when one adult has intentionally caused you physical… Continue reading →
Domestic restraining order
Domestic restraining orders exist to protect individuals from abuse or harassment from another person, specifically a spouse or domestic partner. They are awarded with the intent of protecting the victim from the abuser. The restraining order prohibits the abuser from going to the victim’s home or place of employment, having written or oral communication with… Continue reading →
Divorce and a restraining order
A restraining order can be an important tool in an individual’s domestic violence safety plan. However, when it comes to divorce, it can be used as a strategic weapon. If a restraining order is abused, it has the potential to hurt a parent’s chances of child custody and/or visitation. A restraining order is a court-ordered… Continue reading →
What is a protective order?
Are you going through a bad divorce? Is there family violence going on in your home? If so, it is most likely to continue. If you need immediate action to protect your family, you need to request a restraining order. It will provide protection against family violence by preventing the abuser from visiting or communicating… Continue reading →
Do you need a restraining order?
During the emotionally difficult time leading to and during the divorce process, it is not uncommon for a spouse to suffer from physical abuse or threatening behavior. Despite the understandable stress of your situation, it is never okay for domestic violence to occur. Are you a victim of domestic violence? If so, you need to… Continue reading →
Man violates his restraining orders
Police have arrested a man accused of violating numerous restraining orders that his neighbors have filed against him. The man is accused of sitting near the swimming pool in the complex where he resides although the restraining order forbids that. He is also accused of posting offensive and sexually-oriented messages on the Internet about his… Continue reading →
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