Kentucky

Recently updated on March 19th, 2025 at 03:31 pm Many people do not come forward because of shame, embarrassment, and the lack of support they perceive they would receive or the heartbreak to the parents or other family members it may cause if they opened up about abuse or harassment from a sibling Common situations…

Recently updated on March 19th, 2025 at 03:23 pmIn Kentucky, survivors of domestic violence have specific legal protections concerning housing, particularly regarding rental agreements. Here’s an overview: Rental Protections for Domestic Violence Survivors In 2017, Kentucky enacted legislation granting rights and protections to tenants affected by domestic violence. Key provisions include: Early Lease Termination: Tenants…

Recently updated on March 19th, 2025 at 03:36 pmIn order to get a Domestic Violence Order in Kentucky, 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, shoving Stalking including…

Recently updated on March 19th, 2025 at 03:13 pmIn Kentucky, yes you can apply for a Domestic Violence Order (DVO) (some times called Domestic Violence Protective 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…

Recently updated on March 19th, 2025 at 02:41 pmIn Kentucky, yes you can apply for a Domestic Violence Order (DVO) (some times called Domestic Violence Protective 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…

Recently updated on March 19th, 2025 at 03:31 pmHere’s a comparison Feature Criminal Protection Order Civil Protective Order Purpose Issued as part of a criminal case to protect victims or witnesses from a defendant. Issued to protect individuals from domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, or sexual assault, regardless of criminal charges. Who Can Request It?…

Recently updated on March 19th, 2025 at 03:30 pm In Kentucky, the legal definition of domestic violence and abuse encompasses specific actions committed by a family member or intimate partner. According to Kentucky Revised Statutes § 403.720, domestic violence and abuse includes: Physical injury or serious physical injury Sexual assault, which covers any degree of…

Recently updated on March 19th, 2025 at 03:30 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…