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.
Violating a restraining order can result in penalties such as fines, jail time, or both, depending on the severity of the violation and the laws of the specific jurisdiction.
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The charge IS "Violation of a Restraining Order."
Yes he can.
If a petitioner violates a Personal Protective Order, they could face legal consequences including fines, imprisonment, or additional penalties. It is important to take violations seriously and report them to the appropriate authorities. The court may also modify the order or provide additional protections for the victim.
If she is doing something that gives legal cause for one, maybe. But it would be difficult to prove that she is threatening you and that you are not violating your restraining order.
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.
Probably yes. _______ The more important question here is why would one still refer to a person with an active restraining order as their boyfriend.
Yes, they can. For instance: if you are resticted to mantaining your distance from them, or restrained from contacting them by phone - yet THEY commit these acts themselves, they too are in violation of the court's order.
What state are you living in. Penalties for violating a restraining order are set forth according to state statute. At the very least you will probably be arrested and brought before the judge who issued the order.
In Illinois, whether a petitioner can contact the respondent depends on the specifics of the case, particularly if there is a restraining order in place. If a protective order exists, the petitioner is typically prohibited from contacting the respondent directly or indirectly. If no such order is in effect, the petitioner may contact the respondent, but it’s advisable to do so cautiously and consider the potential implications for their case. Always consult with a legal professional for guidance tailored to the situation.
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.