Protective orders often have longer durations, especially permanent protective orders, which can last several years. They are also strictly enforced, with severe penalties for violations.

Vermont’s new guide outlines the process to obtain an Extreme Risk Protection Order, has sample forms and explains the difference between an Extreme Risk Protection Order and a Relief from ...

Protective orders are designed to safeguard victims of domestic violence, stalking, sexual assault, and other crimes by legally requiring abusers to stay away. However, obtaining one can be ...

The accused was charged with willfully violating a criminal protective order, but the defense argued that their client did ...

The White House amplified the publishing of Sura’s protective order on Wednesday and went after Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), who traveled to El Salvador to visit the Maryland man currently ...

Horne violated the protective order twice in one week and sought treatment 200 miles away from his family and support system in Dickenson to move closer to the victim, the document states.

AUSTIN, Texas — Protective orders are designed to safeguard victims of domestic violence, stalking, sexual assault and other crimes by legally requiring abusers to stay away. However, obtaining ...

Former Gov. Bevin agreed to a six month EPO starting Tuesday, March 25, meaning no contact with Jonah and potential jail time if he violates the order during that time period. Following the expiration ...

A total of 2,015 full protective orders and 4,941 emergency protective orders were granted during the first six months of the new law, from July 1, 2011, to Dec. 31, 2011.