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Dr Bowen’s Response: What’s a Parenting Plan
Recently updated on June 7th, 2025 at 02:41 pmQuestion What’s a Parenting Plan Answer ENGLISH Hi! My name is Dr. Deirdre Bowen. I am a professor at the Seattle University School of Law. The information that I am about to provide to you should be taken as just that: information and not legal advice.…
Read MoreWhat happens at an Order of Protection Hearing in New York
Recently updated on June 7th, 2025 at 04:19 pmHearing is the key decision point where a judge evaluates all evidences and determines whether to grant or deny an Order of Protection. Orders of Protection in New York are court orders issued in situations such as abuse, stalking or harassment in range of ways from a…
Read MoreHow do I Get a Domestic Violence Protection Order in Missouri?
Recently updated on June 6th, 2025 at 08:19 pmOverview A protection order, issued by a judge, is a formal document that commands an abuser to cease specific actions, thereby ensuring the safety of the victim. These actions may include: Causing harm to you Making threats against you Contacting you Approaching your residence or workplace Such…
Read MoreHow do I file for a restraining order against someone in Florida
Recently updated on June 7th, 2025 at 11:01 am Domestic Violence Injunctions or just restraining orders, are legal orders that help stop domestic violence. They are for people who are being hurt or threatened by someone close to them, like a spouse, partner, or family member. A Domestic Violence Injunction, also known as a restraining…
Read MoreHow does a restraining order against my ex affect our shared house or car or other property
Recently updated on June 7th, 2025 at 11:05 am Overview Domestic Violence Restraining Order is a kind of restraining order in California for domestic situations. It is governed by the California state law (as opposed to US Federal Law). The formal name and fine print of restraining orders varies from state to state but the…
Read MoreFamily Violence Protective Order Online in Texas
Recently updated on June 6th, 2025 at 08:20 pmYes across Texas, you can file for a Family Violence Protective Order Online. A Family violence protective order provides legal protection to those facing abuse from spouses, partners, cohabitating individuals, family members, and those in intimate or dating relationships, regardless of living arrangements. It keeps the abuser…
Read MoreHow do I get a Protection Order in Missouri
Recently updated on June 7th, 2025 at 10:49 amIn Missouri, yes you can apply for a Protection Order online. You need to prepare and file the standard forms with your county court, inform the other party, attend a hearing, and present evidence to support the request for the order. Create Forms Online A Protection Order…
Read MoreDo I need to register to create my divorce application?
Recently updated on June 7th, 2025 at 06:33 amNo, you don’t. You can use Legal Atoms as a guest user. However, creating an account enables you to save your application at the end of every individual section. Considering that the divorce application can be quite detailed for situations involving children, saving your application incrementally allows…
Read MoreWill the abuser be notified when I file for a restraining order?
Recently updated on June 7th, 2025 at 03:18 pmSummary Yes, the abuser will be notified. When you formally file a restraining order case at the court, and if your case is accepted, then a judge will review it. If the judge believes your case needs immediate restraining order, a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) will be…
Read MoreWhat can I do about stalking in the Washington State?
Recently updated on June 7th, 2025 at 09:39 am Definition of Stalking: Washington defines stalking as intentionally and repeatedly harassing or following another person and causing them to feel threatened, frightened, or harassed. Here’s the complete wording of RCW 9A.46.110 (1)(a) A person commits the crime of stalking if, without lawful authority the person: (i) …
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