Every day, people from all walks of life experience domestic violence. Domestic violence is abuse or threats of abuse when the person being abused and the abuser are or have been in an intimate relationship [such as married or domestic partners, those who are dating or used to date, live or lived together, or have a child together]. Other relationships recognized include situations where the abused person and the abusive person are closely related by blood or by marriage.
California Family Code section 6203 defines abuse as the following:
As you can see, the law defining abuse covers a lot of behavior, including various forms of physical abuse such as kicking, shoving, or blocking one’s freedom to move; the law even protects against verbal, emotional, or psychological abuse.
If you wish to file a request for a Domestic Violence Restraining Order (DVRO), or a request for a DVRO has been made against you, we can lead you through this difficult process. In our experience, domestic violence is one of the most time-sensitive issues in Family Law because hearings must typically occur within 21 days of the request being made. Also, as the party requesting a restraining order, any missteps or failure to provide adequate information can result in temporary or permanent orders being denied. Or, if you are not properly represented, orders may be granted against you that may have dire consequences for your job and everyday life.
We highly recommend that you do not attempt to wade through this difficult time alone. Your domestic violence case must be handled by a seasoned attorney. Call us today at (925) 228-0800 for your free 30-minute consultation.
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Responding to a Restraining Order Request