Domestic Violence Restraining Orders

Orange County Domestic Violence Attorney

A restraining order is a type of court order often related to cases involving domestic violence. A restraining order essentially prohibits certain conduct on the part of the person named in the order, such as prohibiting him or her from coming within a certain distance of the victim or contacting the victim in any way. In some cases, being served a restraining order may even result in one having to move out of his or her house, if it is shared with the alleged victim of domestic violence.

A person may face a restraining order as a result of criminal charges filed against him or her, or because a victim works independently to secure protection from the court. When law enforcement is called on the scene or is involved in a potential situation involving domestic violence, child abuse, spousal abuse or child endangerment, they may ask the victim if he or she would like to seek a temporary restraining order that will be put in place to protect him or her from injury. When the defendant arrives in court, the judge may make extend this order to last through the extent of the criminal case. Upon the conclusion of the case, the court may make the restraining order last for up to 5 years.

Why a Lawyer?

Have you been served a restraining order? Whether this was served in relation to a criminal case or if a spouse or ex-spouse has independently sought an order against you, you have the opportunity to challenge the validity of the allegations you are facing. An Orange County restraining order lawyer can help you challenge the order and work to have it lifted.

An experienced attorney at the Law Offices of Fred Thiagarajah can meet with you to discuss your options in this regard. We offer a free initial consultation to help you get started. Contact our firm today!