RESTRAINING ORDERS
Restraining Orders or Abuse Protection Orders are Civil Orders typically issued by a judge in District Court or Probate Court.
Abuse is defined as the occurrence of one or more of the following acts between family or household members:
(a) attempting to cause or causing physical harm;
(b) placing another in fear of imminent serious physical harm;
(c) causing another to engage involuntarily in sexual relations by force, threat or duress.
Abuse is defined as the occurrence of one or more of the following acts between family or household members:
(a) attempting to cause or causing physical harm;
(b) placing another in fear of imminent serious physical harm;
(c) causing another to engage involuntarily in sexual relations by force, threat or duress.
Having experience on your side:
Working with an experienced lawyer can help ensure that your rights are protected under the law and that your side of the story is heard and considered in court. An attorney can also explain how a restraining order or a protective order affects you. A violation of one of these court orders is considered a criminal offense, but what constitutes a violation can often be an unintentional violation. Employers do not like to see domestic violence in personnel files, and a conviction could make it difficult, if not impossible, for you to get a regular job. The charges may also result in you being prevented from talking with or seeing members of your family. They may restrict your ability to work, where you live, travel. Let Attorney Andrade explain how a restraining order can affect you! Call or email to set up a consultation.
Attorney Andrade has argued on both sides of the fence regarding the issuance of restraining orders. Just because a person asks the court to issue an order does not mean one will issue. If you are in need of a zealous advocate to accompany you to court to defend against a restraining order call and set up an appointment today!
Attorney Andrade has argued on both sides of the fence regarding the issuance of restraining orders. Just because a person asks the court to issue an order does not mean one will issue. If you are in need of a zealous advocate to accompany you to court to defend against a restraining order call and set up an appointment today!
Domestic Abuse Charges
A wrongful accusation of domestic abuse, sexual assault, stalking or aggravated harassment will stay with you for the rest of your life. The best strategy is to immediately retain a lawyer to protect your rights and your freedom. Have you been charged with Domestic Violence? Many people charged with crimes of domestic violence have no records, and have simply made an error in judgment. Perhaps there was a heated argument with a spouse or significant other? Or before cooler heads could prevail a phone call to the police was made? Let Attorney Andrade guide you through the court process, develop the best defense possible, and work to achieve the best outcome for you.
