Domestic Violence Protective Order Greensboro Divorce Lawyer
Domestic violence protection orders (“DVPOs”) are one of 4 types of court orders for domestic violence victims. DVPOs are available for victims of domestic violence OR people in fear of physical harm from a family or household member. It is NOT necessary to wait for abuse to occur before filing for a DVPO.
Protection orders can:
- Restrain an abuser from further violence
- Restrain an abuser from the victim’s school, workplace, residence
- Prohibit contact with the victim
- Award temporary child custody
- Establish temporary visitation
- Order treatment or counseling for an abuser
- Prohibit removal of children
- Order abuser to pay court costs incurred by the victim to obtain the order
Intentional violation of a protection order subjects the abuser to mandatory arrest, and possible criminal charges. Contact a Greensboro Divorce Lawyer for more information. A protection order with restraints from contact with the respondent’s minor children can last up to a year before it must be renewed.
Temporary emergency orders: If there is an immediate need for protection, a temporary protection order lasting up to 14 days can be obtained until a hearing can be held.
If you or a loved one is considering a Greensboro Divorce Lawyer, contact the law firm of Garrett, Walker, Aycoth, & Olson.
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This article explains North Carolina law in general terms. It is not legal advice about your case, and laws, penalties and court procedures change. Contact an attorney about your specific situation.