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Answered 2008-10-15 19:42:49
It is totally up to the petitioner to present substantiated evidence to convince the court that a PO is necessary. Generally the court will issue a temporary order and then set a hearing date where the petitioner and the named person will appear to state their case. In an emergency temporary order of protection, a petitioner does not have to provide any proof or evidence. Many orders of protection have been issued based on unsubstantiated accusations. To make it permanent, the petitioner must only be "more believable" than the respondent. -Tim
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Are there any laws in Illinois that will protect respondent when the petitioner in an order of protection contacts the respondent and petitioner also violates original divorce decree?
Question is not really worded clearly. However - the same order that prevents the respondant from contacting the petitioner also protects the respondant from being contacted by the petitioner. THey are in equal violation and can be sanctioned by the court that issued the order. The petitioner can NOT contact and harass the respondant just because the petitioner thinks they are 'protected.' However, even if the petitioner can be proven to be violating the divorce decree that is a separate issue from the protection order which will have to be handled as a contempt matter.
What if the person who puts a no contact order on someone breaks the no contact order?
In general the petitioner is not bound by the no contact order and thus cannot violate it. The order from the court instructs YOU to have no contact with the petitioner, but may not order the petitioner to have no contact with you (the court assumes that the petitioner does not want to have contact with you). That being said, if the petitioner "violates" the no contact order (contacts you after the court has put the order in place) you should immediately inform your local police department and the court of this, so that they are aware of what is happening. Expain that you are trying to follow the court's order, but that the petitioner is contacting you.
Petitioner violating restraining order in Florida?
If the restraining order is against the Petitioner (as in a case where there are counter-petitions), the Petitioner may be arrested by any sheriff's office.Additional: In FL, even if no counter-petition has been sought or awarded, the petitioner is bound by the same restrictions as have been placed against the respondant. As stated above, the petitioner CAN be arrested for violating the provisions their own restraining order. The petitioner cannot use their order as a weapon against the respondant.
Can the restrained person on an order of protection move to terminate the order?
Either party to an order can file a motion to modify the order. State law dictates when a protection order can/will be modified or terminated. If you are the original petitioner, you will have the right and the opportunity to appear and present your position that the order should not be modified, if he is given a hearing on his motion.
Can the petitioner of a protection order call the respondent?
It depends. I live in Missouri. I am able to call the respondent, but only to discuss custody matters with our children. In most cases, you may not call the respondent because that would be violating the order of protection. Something many people do not understand is that you can get in trouble for violating the order of protection you have against someone.
What if a petitioner violates a Personal protective order?
If the petitioner of a restraining order violates the terms of the order, then he or she is just as liable to criminal prosecution. A restraining order goes both ways.
Can you lift an order of protection against someone?
Not unless the person being protected by the order wishes it to occur. Unless you are the parent or legal guardian of the individual being protected you do not have the legal 'standing' to ask the court to withdraw the order. If the petitioner wishes to have their protection order lifted, they can return to the same court which issued it and request that it be withdrawn.
What can happen for a failure to appear in a remote state hearing related to a requirement that you not have contact with the plaintiff?
Whenever you are summoned to appear before a court, regardless of its location, you are advised to appear in person or to at least have an attorney appear on your behalf. Depending on the nature of the case, a warrant for your arrest (called a "bench warrant") can be issued by the judge. If that happens, you will be arrested if a police officer has reason to run your ID through his computer system, such as in the case of a traffic stop. From the wording of your question, it SOUNDS like someone requested a Restraining Order (also known as a Protective Order) against you. That person is known as the "petitioner". When a petitioner asks the court for protection, a hearing date is automatically scheduled to determine whether the person has a good enough reason for the court to grant an order of protection. When the respondent (the person who is allegedly frightening or harming the petitioner) fails to appear in court at the time of the hearing, the court will assume that the petitioner has cause for an order of protection, and s/he will be granted an order by default. In other words, the petitioner "wins", and the respondent "loses". This over-simplifies the process, but I think it answers your question. The bottom line is: ALWAYS GO TO COURT OR HAVE A LAWYER GO FOR YOU WHEN YOU ARE SUMMONED TO APPEAR.
How do you obtain court order for minors marriage?
You would file a petitioner for such an order in the appropriate court.
What are the adverse affects of a restraining order?
As far as the petitioner of the order is concerned, there ARE no adverse effects. As for the person AGAINST who the order was issued: They mus adhere to the oprovisions and restrictions that the order places uopopn them, which my include barring them from certain locations, or mantaining a certain distance from the petitioner, etc.. And, if it is a Domestic Violence Order, they may not possess firearms.
What happens if the petitioner doesn't show up for court for a restraining order?
it is dismissed by default
You are the petitioner of the emergency protective order can you violate the petition by calling or texting the defendent?
If the order contains language prohibiting you from contacting the defendant, the violation could subject you to sanctions. If not, you've still set up a good case for the defendant to show that you are not reasonably in fear of him/her, do not treat the protective order seriously, and do not need the protection.
Petitioner wants to sign divorce but not Respondent?
If they refuse, and does not appeal, ile a motion for a default order.
What are the new york state laws on having an order of protection?
The New York state laws on having an order of protection include a Family Court order of protection and a Criminal Court order of protection.
Who was the killer in the Law and Order episode Burden?
it was the doctor
What does the motion is returnable in pendente lite?
Petitioner s Motion and Affidavit for Order of Child Custody Pendente Lite
What is the benifis of harmonics analisys in protection relays?
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If acquitted of menacing can i still have a protection order?
Yes. YOUR criminal record does not preclude you from petitioning the court for a protection order.
If a noncustodial parent moves out of the county can there be a court order to share the drive half way?
If it was their choice then they should bear the cost and burden of travel.If it was their choice then they should bear the cost and burden of travel.If it was their choice then they should bear the cost and burden of travel.If it was their choice then they should bear the cost and burden of travel.
Can the issuer violate a restraining order?
Restraining orders are "issued" by a court. Courts do not violate restraining orders. Only the person against whom the order was issued must follow its provisions. If for example, you were ordered not to call the petitioner (the person who requested and was granted the restraining order) and the petitioner calls you, you should make a record of those calls and report the situation to the court that issued the order. You should ask the court if there is an advocate with whom you could make an appointment in order to discuss your situation.
How do you find out if someone filed a protection order against me?
If an Order of Protection is filed, it is usually served to both parties once it is finalized.
What is the nature of the burden of proof?
The so-called "burden of proof" is the burden that the prosecutor (in a criminal trial) or the plaintiff's attorney (in a civil trial) must present to a judge and/or jury in order to convince them that the event DID occur, and that the defendant (criminal) or respondant (civil) is the one that did it.
Can you place a protection order on someone who placed an order on you?
You can apply for one but in my experience they are rarely granted. Sometimes known in law enforcement and the courts as "Criss-Cross" protection orders, or "tit-for-tat" protection orders. The protection you seek is already incorporated into the wording of the original order (i.e.: if you are forbidden from approaching them, then THEY also are forbidden from approaching you). If the original order expires or is withdrawn and you feel you still need protection, THEN you can apply for your very own order.
If a court ordered restraining order is broken by the issuer will they get in trouble?
definitely notANOTHER VIEW: The first answer is incorrect! The petitioner (the one who sought the restraining order) is bound by the same restrictions as the respondant (the one against whom the petition was issued). For example: if there is a 500 foot keep-away restriction on the respondant, the petitioner is also prohibited from going within 500 feet of the respondant.
How many people get jail time for violation of protection orders?
Most of them. An order of protection is a court order, and to violate it is criminal contempt of court.
