Can I File A Restraining Order Online in Texas

Recently updated on March 11th, 2025 at 07:53 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…

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How do I Get a Family Violence Protection Order in Texas?

Recently updated on March 11th, 2025 at 08:03 pmA 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 to stay away and refrain from contact, aiming to ensure the victim’s safety.…

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How do I Get a Family Violence Protective Order Against My Sibling in Texas

Recently updated on March 11th, 2025 at 07:44 pmFamily Violence Protective Orders (FVPO) in Texas are filed for situations involving physical harm, threats, stalking, surveillance, blackmailing, sexual assault when the abuser is your sibling. Protective orders are  governed by the Texas state law (as opposed to US Federal Law). When applying for a Family Violence…

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Key points for Order To Surrender Weapons (OTSW)

Recently updated on March 11th, 2025 at 07:42 pmEnglish State law allows the court to order the respondent to surrender weapons.  The court may sign an order to surrender at the same time as the temporary order if the court finds that “irreparable injury could result” if the order wasn’t issued. If you believe the respondent is…

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Laws against harassment from your ex-es current girlfriend or boyfriend in Texas

Recently updated on March 11th, 2025 at 08:22 pmFamily Violence Protective Orders (FVPO) in Texas are filed for situations involving physical harm, threats, stalking, surveillance, blackmailing, sexual assault when the abuser is a current of former romantic partner, relative or household member. Protective orders are  governed by the Texas state law (as opposed to US…

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Family Violence Protective Order Online in Texas

Recently updated on March 11th, 2025 at 07:54 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…

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What Proof do you need for a Domestic Violence Protective Order in Texas?

Recently updated on March 11th, 2025 at 07:58 pmFamily Violence Protective Orders (FVPO) in Texas are filed for situations involving physical harm, threats, stalking, surveillance, blackmailing, sexual assault when the abuser is a current of former romantic partner, relative or household member. Protective orders are  governed by the Texas state law (as opposed to US…

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Divorce and legal tips from a lawyer

Recently updated on March 11th, 2025 at 08:29 pmNumber 1 If you really like it, have it. Be it your bungalow or your car, you can always, always negotiate and agree on terms to retain what you want during your divorce. Talk to your spouse and there’s a very good chance for you to retain…

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Child Custody under Tribal Law

Recently updated on March 11th, 2025 at 07:59 pmI’m definitely nervous about putting my name on this, but here’s my LinkedIn profile link: www.linkedin.com/in/kae-rogers-sulaw Endnotes I’m dealing with a child custody case – does it matter if anyone is a tribal member? Is there a tribal law that deals with child custody? The relevant law…

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What is the Legal Definition of Domestic Violence in Texas

Recently updated on March 11th, 2025 at 07:37 pmThe legal definition of domestic violence in Texas is written in Texas Penal Code § 22.01 and the Texas Family Code § 71.004 For “Domestic violence” to have occurred there are two conditions that must be both be true  Abuse must have occurred The relationship between the…

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