How to Obtain an Order of Protection
If you are being abused obtaining an Order of Protection is not a difficult task as long as it is done correctly. The first thing that you have to do is go to your local Family Court and fill out a Petition. This is the most important step in the process because if you do not meet the necessary elements for such an Order than it will either not be granted or it may simply get dismissed at the initial Court appearance. Often a temporary Order of Protection is granted but ultimately is dismissed at the initial Court appearance as the...
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