RESTRAINING ORDERS

These orders stem from both criminal charges can stem from both criminal charges in civil cases. It involves the courts determining that an individual is legally prohibited from approaching either a particular person, group of people and/or location/business establishment. They may be pre-trial or part of a final judgment. They may be temporary or permanent

In our opinion the most harmful effects of a restraining order are vulnerability and the inability to heal familial problems early.

An individual with a restraining order against another person may become arrested if found to be within 500 feet of that individual. This order may not be relinquished by the individuals themselves. A domestic couple that may want to settle past differences will not be allowed to until a judge removes the restraining order. Restraining orders can be weapons used to gain an edge in a criminal proceeding, such as divorce proceedings, custody hearings. We understand the importance of giving individuals time to cool off before more potential harm will ensue.