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Know the provisions of restraining orders

In family law, restraining orders are issued by a court to protect a person from abuse in cases of alleged domestic violence, child abuse, assault (sexual or physical), harassment, and stalking. Protective orders can include provisions to protect victims from alleged abusers in a number of ways. Provisions that might be sought in a protective order include:
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• No contact. Requires the alleged abuser to cease all contact with the victim. Contact can include many forms of contact: phone, fax, email, text, social media, deliveries, and so on.
• No-violent contact. Requires the alleged abuser to cease hurting or threatening the victim. An order to cease abuse may be issued without a no contact order.
• Support. Require the alleged abuser to provide financial support, such as continuing to make mortgage payments
• Restitution. Requires the restoration of damages. Under this provision in an order, the alleged abuser may be required to pay for medical costs or property damage.
• Relinquish firearms. Requires the alleged abuser to surrender firearms and ammunition in their possession and be prevented from buying new ones.

In addition to these provisions, s protective order, depending on the circumstances, may also impose additional requirements on the alleged abuser, such as attending treatment programs, submit to drug testing, or undergo counseling. Legal consultation can help you petition for the provisions your situation requires.
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