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Relative Demand of Legal Areas
Recently updated on April 27th, 2025 at 03:51 pmThis post contains data on how often people search for specific areas online. The data covers Seattle, USA area, and is mined from Google’s tool where they make it public on how often a specific term is searched. The data is measured for January 2017. The top…
Read MoreHow do I Get a Domestic Violence Protection Order in Arkansas?
Recently updated on April 27th, 2025 at 12:45 pmIntroduction A protection order 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, making threats against you, contacting you or approaching your residence or workplace. Such orders can be valid for…
Read MoreCan you get a restraining order against a minor for bullying in California
Recently updated on April 27th, 2025 at 03:34 pmOverview of bullying laws in California In California, if you or your child are being bullied or making fearful by another child, then there are various legal options you can explore including getting a restraining order. Keep in mind that the specific details of your situation may…
Read MoreHow do I Get a Domestic Violence Restraining Order in Rhode Island?
Recently updated on April 27th, 2025 at 08:59 amOverview A domestic violence protective order is a legal shield for those facing abuse within spouses, partners, cohabitating individuals, family members, and those in intimate or dating relationships, regardless of living arrangements. It keeps the abuser to stay away and refrain from contact, aiming to ensure the…
Read MoreCan I file for a Protective Order Online in Georgia?
Recently updated on April 27th, 2025 at 11:39 am In Georgia, you can apply for a Family Violence Protection Order, commonly called a restraining order by completing the official court forms, and then electronically filing (e-filing) the forms with your local court. Create and E-File Court Forms Filing online (also called e-filing) is the process…
Read MoreDefinition of Stalking in Washington State
Recently updated on April 27th, 2025 at 05:43 pmStalking is a serious crime in Washington State, defined as intentionally and repeatedly harassing or following another person, causing that person to feel frightened, threatened, oppressed, persecuted, or intimidated. This behavior can include physical actions such as following someone, making unwanted phone calls, sending unwanted text messages…
Read MoreWhat is the legal definition of domestic violence in Florida
Recently updated on April 27th, 2025 at 12:05 amIn Florida, Domestic Violence committed is any of the following actions as defined in Florida Statutes § 741.28(2): Physical abuse (hitting, slapping, choking, etc.) Sexual assault or battery Stalking or aggravated stalking (Florida Statutes § 784.048) Threats of harm Kidnapping or false imprisonment Any act that caused…
Read MoreHow do I Get a Domestic Violence Restraining Order in Hawaii?
Recently updated on April 27th, 2025 at 06:34 amOverview A Restraining Order is a civil court order that provides protection from physical or sexual harm caused by force, or threat of harm from a family or household member. An Order can be obtained against your close people such as a spouse, family member or partner.…
Read MoreComparison Between Criminal Protective Orders (CPOs) And Protection Order in Indiana
Recently updated on April 27th, 2025 at 02:36 pmHere’s a comparison table for Criminal Protective Orders (CPOs) and Protection Orders (POs) in Indiana. This table highlights the differences in purpose, process, and enforcement between the two types of protective orders in Indiana. Aspect Criminal Protective Order (CPO) Protection Order (PO) Purpose Issued to protect victims…
Read MoreI think we should sell our house. My spouse disagrees. Can the court order us to sell it?
Recently updated on April 27th, 2025 at 05:39 amDivorce (or the dissolution of marriage) brings the end of marital relationships between two people. Although it may seem simple to just call it a day in a relationship, there are many issues that require solving between the two divorcing parties. One of which is what should…
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