You may apply for a Domestic Violence Restraining Order if you have been the victim of any of the following:

• Actual physical violence;
• Stalking;
• Sexual abuse;
• A serious threat of physical violence;
• Harassing and annoying phone calls; or
• Destruction of personal property.

you have a close personal relationship with the party you are asking to have restrained.

Under the law, a relationship is defined as "close" if at least one of the following is true:

• You are married or were formerly married to the other party;
• You have or formerly had an engagement or dating relationship with the other party;
• You and the other party have a child or children together;
• You are related to the other party by blood, marriage or adoption; or,
• You and the other party are living together, or formerly lived together, as members of a "household".

If you do not have a “close relationship” with the other party, then you must obtain the CIVIL HARASSMENT RESTRAINING ORDER packet from the business office.

Domestic Violence Clinics offered by the courts  (Family Law Self-Help Facilitators)  

Since many victims of domestic violence are emotionally distraught, the legal process can be overwhelming.  In order to ensure that your legal rights are protected,  you may want to consult with an attorney.   The Law Office of David A. Casey offers a free initial consultation.  Although a retainer is required for services,  you can be assured with a sense of relief that all your paperwork will be taken care of  in a professional manner.  On many cases,  a TRO is usually in combination with that of filing for a divorce or other family law matters.    You may save money by using the court facilitators, however,  you still have the burden of representing yourself and preparing all the paperwork.   Your attorney can protect your interest in the best way possible.   

This overview regarding is NOT intended to be a substitute for a personal legal consultation with an attorney as it pertains to your situation. This is a general outline describing the methodical process of what the court considers when determining any orders in your case. 

To learn more about the following subjects,  click on the title you are interested in.

1. Divorce - Contested vs. Un-Contested.         2. Child Custody.       3. Child Support.    4. Spousal Support.      5. Restraining Orders.    6. Challenging Restraining Orders (TRO).     7. Attorney Fees (who will pay) 8. Contempt Actions - Enforcing a court order.    9. Paternity Action.    10. Child Support Enforcement .  (DCSS and the District Attorney office)   11. Loss of Driver's License.   12.  Custody Evaluation.   12. Wage Assignment orders    13.  General common legal terms.   14. Legal terms used in a divorce proceeding.

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