Restraining Orders
Twin Cities Attorney Handling Domestic Violence Restraining Orders
You may be a victim of harassment or domestic violence. You may have been accused of harassment or domestic abuse. At the Barbosa Law Office, LLC, we believe that everyone deserves high quality representation at restraining order hearings, no matter what the situation.
Contact Us for experienced representation at your restraining order hearing. From our offices in Bloomington, Minnesota, we represent clients throughout the Twin Cities metropolitan area.
How to Get a Restraining Order
A restraining order can be issued in any situation involving domestic violence, harassment or threats. They are intended to protect people from domestic violence, so there is no rule against seeking a legitimate restraining order during a divorce, child custody dispute, or other family conflict.
What a restraining order does is prohibit all contact between the parties listed in the order. Violating a restraining order is illegal, and can result in immediate arrest and criminal charges.
When you need protection, Attorney Beth Barbosa provides compassionate support and determined representation. The Barbosa Law Office can help you file for either of the two types if Minnesota restraining orders:
- Harassment restraining orders (HROs): these orders are used to stop someone (usually a non-relative) from stalking or harassing you.
- Orders for protections (OFPs): a temporary order can be granted on an emergency basis to stop an immediate threat of domestic assault. Permanent orders can then be sought through a hearing.
We can also put you in touch with organizations that provide practical assistance and who can help you work through the many difficult emotions that you are experiencing.
If you are facing domestic violence or harassment, do not wait. Contact us now for an immediate free consultation. We care about your well being.
Defending Against a Restraining Order Petition
Having a restaining order on your record can affect other areas of your life, such as your employment and your child custody or visitation arrangements. If you have been notified of a temporary protective order against you, or if someone has requested a hearing for a permanent order, you do have the right to defend yourself. Barbosa Law Office, LLC can advise you of your rights and options and defend you at any restraining order hearing.
If a temporary restraining order has been issued against you, it only lasts for 45 days, or until there is a hearing for a permanent order of protection.
There are three ways to resolve an order for protection. You can:
- Deny the Allegation: the court will hold an evidentiary hearing (trial) and determine, based on the evidence at the hearing, whether or not there was abuse.
- Admit to the allegations and allow the order to go through
- Refuse to admit to the allegations and allow the order to go through: the court will not make any findings about whether or not abuse happened and will order you to avoid contact with the other party.
Which of these options you choose depends on the alleged incident. In order for the court to grant a permanent restraining order, the other party must show there was actual physical harm, interference with a 911 call, a reasonable fear of imminent danger, or credible threats against the other party's life.
Contact Barbosa Law Office, LLC for a free consultation with an experienced lawyer in Bloomington, Minnesota. Call us now at 952-888-2787 for immediate assistance. Free consultations - Flat fee for uncontested divorce paperwork assistance - Credit cards accepted Barbosa Law Office, LLC
2626 East 82nd Street, Suite 380
Bloomington, MN 55425
Phone: 952-888-2787