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Roommate Harassment Laws in California
Living with a roommate can be a great way to share expenses and enjoy company, but when things turn toxic, the law may need to step in. In California, roommate harassment can be addressed through a Civil Harassment Restraining Order (CHRO), which offers legal protections even when the individuals involved are not family members…
Read MoreHow Does a Restraining Order Work if You Live in the Same House
In California, a restraining order is sought by a victim of abuse to ban certain actions on the abuser. Some of the most common restrictions are: i) to not contact the victim, and ii) to stay a certain distance away — both of which would not be possible if the victim and the abuser live…
Read MoreProtective Order Law in New York
In New York, the laws governing Orders of Protection (commonly referred to as Protective Orders) are designed to prevent abuse, harassment, stalking, or threats from a specific person. These laws fall under New York Family Court Act § 812, and related sections. You may be eligible to file for an Order of Protection in Family…
Read MoreWhat Proof Do You Need For A Restraining Order in New York
In order to get a Restraining Order (also call Order of Protection) in the New York state, the proof needed is that more likely than not abuse occurred as defined in Family Court Act (FCA) § 812. The standard of “more likely than not” means enough credible evidence and is less rigorous than the standard…
Read MoreWhat Proof or Grounds are Needed for a Restraining Order
Recently updated on April 6th, 2025 at 05:35 pmIn order to get a Restraining Order, formally called an Injunction in Florida, the proof needed is to establish that a current or former lover or dating partner or close relative, more likely than not, did any of the following to the victim. Physical harm including hitting,…
Read MorePetition for Restraining Order
Recently updated on April 6th, 2025 at 01:56 pmTo petition means to formally request a restraining order from your local county court by filling the official statewide forms prescribed. A restraining order, formally called an injunction, is a legal order issued by a judge that puts certain restrictions on the abuser such as to stay…
Read MoreCan I file a legal case against a harassing ex-husband
Recently updated on April 6th, 2025 at 02:41 pmIf you’re dealing with harassment from an ex-husband in Florida, you have several legal options to protect yourself: Option 1 Get a Domestic Violence Injunction (Restraining Order) If the harassment includes threats, stalking, or violence (or a credible threat of violence), you can file for a Domestic…
Read MoreHillsborough County Restraining Orders
Recently updated on April 6th, 2025 at 05:45 pm In Florida including Hillsborough County , there are six types of injunctions (protective orders) that apply to different situations. Here’s a table outlining each type and when it applies: Type of Injunction Applies To Who Can File? What It Protects Against Example Situations Domestic Violence Injunction…
Read MoreTypes of restraining orders in Florida
Recently updated on April 6th, 2025 at 06:58 pm In Florida, there are six types of injunctions (protective orders) that apply to different situations. Here’s a table outlining each type and when it applies: Type of Injunction Applies To Who Can File? What It Protects Against Example Situations Domestic Violence Injunction Abuse or threats between…
Read MoreDomestic Violence Restraining Order DVRO in Florida
Recently updated on April 6th, 2025 at 05:42 am A Domestic Violence Restraining Order (DVRO), formally called a Domestic Violence Injunction is a legal order issued by a judge that requires an abuser to stay away from and not contact their victim. It is granted when the abuser is harassing, threatening, stalking, or physically harming…
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