Missouri

Recently updated on June 7th, 2025 at 06:52 amIn Missouri, there are legal protections for domestic violence victims when it comes to foreclosures and evictions. These protections help ensure that victims of abuse are not further harmed by losing their homes due to financial difficulties or abusive situations. Eviction Protection: Domestic Violence Victims’ Eviction Protection:…

Recently updated on June 7th, 2025 at 04:43 pmHere is a comparison table between Criminal Protective Orders (CPOs) and Protection Orders in Missouri: Aspect Criminal Protective Order (CPO) Protection Order Purpose Issued as part of a criminal case to protect the victim or witness from the defendant. Issued to protect individuals from domestic violence, stalking,…

Recently updated on June 7th, 2025 at 08:30 amIn Missouri, a restraining order officially called an Protection Order can be requested against your sibling by your county court online, informing the other party, attending a hearing, and presenting evidence to support the request for the order.  Initial paperwork can also be done in person at…

Recently updated on June 7th, 2025 at 08:02 amIn Missouri, domestic violence is defined under Missouri Revised Statutes § 455.010 as a forms of Abuse which includes the following forms committed by qualifying relationships Physical harm, such as hitting, kicking, or any other form of physical assault. Stalking or harassment. Threats of harm, including verbal…

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…

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…

Recently updated on June 7th, 2025 at 04:55 amIn order to get a Protection Order in Missouri, one needs some proof including just a statement from the victim that certain abuse that meets the legal definition of domestic violence was done. The proof doesn’t needs to just show that its more likely than not that…

Recently updated on June 6th, 2025 at 06:32 pmIn 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…