Tag Archives: Restraining Order

Elder Abuse: Can you get a Restraining Order?

If you an elder/dependent adult or you know of one who is being abused, you can request a restraining order. To qualify, the elder or dependent adult must be 65 years or older or a dependent adult and you must have been: -Financially abused, -Physically abused, -Emotionally abused, -Psychologically abused, -Abducted/kidnapped, -Neglected, -Abandoned, -Isolated, -Not…
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Types of Restraining Orders

There are 4 types of restraining orders. -Temporary Restraining Orders (TRO) If you would like to request a domestic violence restraining order, you will need to fill out the proper forms. On these forms you will have to prove that you need protection and if the judge feels that you need the protection, he/she will…
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Should I Get a Restraining Order?

If there is domestic abuse a restraining order can be obtained from a judge the next business day after you go to court or sometimes even on the same day. If you have children, it is an especially good idea to go to a lawyer first. Although filing a restraining order is free, an attorney…
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Domestic Violence: Hiding Your Address

In the State of California, if you want to file a restraining order against someone but want to keep your address hidden from the abuser, the California Secretary of State runs a program called 'Safe Home' where you can get a secure address for use with your court papers or banking etc. so that your…
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Family Protection Unit: Domestic Violence

If a current or former spouse, domestic partner, boyfriend, girlfriend, fiancé, housemate or the other parent of a shared child threatens you with or performs acts of violence towards you, that is considered domestic violence. Many victims are hesitant to report any cases of domestic violence because of their family pressures and because they are…
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A Domestic Violence Restraining Order

If you are being physically abused, stalked, threatened or even harassed, you can ask the court for a Domestic Violence Restraining Order if you have a close relationship with the person who is abusing you such as a person you are married to, or if you have dated, separated, divorced, or even if you have…
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Restraining Orders types in California

If you feel you are being threatened, stalked, harassed and/or physically abused you can have the courts order a restraining order to help protect you from the perpetrator. There are often no fees to getting a court ordered restraining order so securing your safety is achievable no matter what your income or status. [caption id="attachment_9694" align="alignleft" width="300"] Restraining…
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How to get a Restraining Order?

Domestic violence is not only physical it can be a threat to harm you or your children. If these elements are present you may qualify for a restraining order. When a restraining order is issued it will prevent the person from contacting you or your children. In order to obtain an immediate restraining order you…
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