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Domestic Violence Restraining Order Process

Law Office of Emily E. Rubenstein - Los Angeles Domestic Violence Attorney

Los Angeles Domestic Violence Restraining Orders

A domestic violence restraining order is a court order that protect people from abuse or threats of abuse from someone they have a close relationship with.

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If your child is being abused, you can also file a restraining order on behalf of your child (and other family members).

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There are four (4) main types of Domestic Violence Restraining Orders in Los Angeles:​

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Emergency Protective Order (EPO)

An EPO is a type of a restraining order that law enforcement requests from a judge. A judge is available 24 hours/day to issue EPOs. An EPO starts right away and can last up to a week. The judge can order the abusive person to leave the home and stay away from the victim and any children.

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Temporary Restraining Order (TRO)

 You can get a TRO by going to court and filling out paperwork where you explain everything that has happened to a judge. TROs usually last about three weeks, until a hearing date where both sides can state their cases. A judge will then decide whether to issue a "permanent" restraining order.

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Permanent Restraining Order

When you go to court for the hearing scheduled by the TRO, the judge may issue a restraining order that lasts 1-5 years. This is called a "permanent restraining order." When it expires, you can ask for a new restraining order to remain protected.

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Criminal Protective Order

This is a restraining order issued by a criminal court if the district attorney has filed charges and opened a criminal case against the abuser.

A Domestic Violence Restraining Order can order the restrained person:​​

  • Not contact you, directly or indirectly, nor go near you, your children, other relatives, or others who live with you;

  • Stay away from your home, vehicle, school, work, or your children’s schools;

  • Stay away from your pets;

  • Move out (even if you live together);

  • Not have a gun and turn any guns in to a law enforcement agency;

  • Follow child custody and visitation orders;

  • Pay child support;

  • Pay certain bills;

  • Not make changes to certain insurance policies;

  • Transfer the rights to a cell phone number and account to the protected person;

  • Release or return certain property;

  • Complete a 52-week batterer intervention program.

  • In addition to the above, if you're married, the court can order the restrained person:

  • Pay spousal support;

  • Not transfer, borrow against, sell, hide, or get rid of or destroy any property.

 
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The DVRO Process
Law Office of Emily E. Rubenstein - Los Angeles Domestic Violence Attorney

1.  CONSULT

Schedule a confidential consultation.  We'll listen to your unique story, evaluate your case, and answer your questions.

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2.  PREPARE

We'll review your evidence, help gather evidence, draft your declaration an all required forms. We'll file a request for Temporary Restraining Order to bridge the gap until the Domestic Violence Restraining Order hearing. 

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3.  SERVE THE OTHER PARTY

We'll have the other served. The party will have the opportunity to present his or her side to the court at the hearing.. 

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4.  ATTEND THE HEARING

We'll attend the hearing and put on the strongest case possible to obtain the best possible result.  A superior court judge will hear the case and make a decision.

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Domestic Violence Solutions That Respond To Your Individual Needs With Legal & Emotional Intelligence
Escaping from domestic abuse is one of the most traumatic things a person can endure. The right support team is critical. 
 
With both fierce advocacy and a calming spirit, we guide clients through some of the most difficult and sensitive times in their lives.  We do this with first-class litigation and negotiation skills along with emotional intelligence that many other attorneys lack.
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When we go to court to request a domestic violence restraining order, we know what's at stake. We unleash a proactive strategy and prepare to win.

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Our goal is to protect you, your family, and your personal finances with sensitivity and compassion.

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During our initial consultation, we'll ask a series of questions and listen to your unique story to evaluate your case and begin creating a custom strategy to suit your individual needs.  

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Hiring a Domestic Violence Lawyer
in Los Angeles

The Law Office of Emily E. Rubenstein has extensive experience litigating and settling domestic violence matters: 

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  • Domestic Violence Restraining Orders

  • Domestic Violence and Divorce

  • Domestic Violence and Child Custody

  • Temporary Restraining Orders

  • Emotional Abuse

  • Coercion and Control

  • LGBT/Same-Sex Abuse

  • Supervised Visitation

  • Move-Out Orders

  • Alcohol and Drug Testing

  • False Allegations of Abuse

The Law Office of Emily E. Rubenstein practices family law exclusively:

 

  • Contested Divorce

  • Uncontested Divorce

  • Domestic Violence

  • Spousal Support

  • Marital property, characterization, valuation, and division 

  • Child custody, visitation, child support

  • High-Conflict Child Custody

  • Father's Rights

  • Modification of Custody Orders

  • Modification of Support Orders

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Request a Confidential Consultation with a Domestic Violence Attorney

As family law attorneys, we provide representation in domestic violence matters, divorces, child custody matters, and more. 

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A confidential consultation appointment can be made by calling (310)750-0827 or using the form on this page. 

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9100 Wilshire Boulevard

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Beverly Hills, CA 90212

310.750.0827

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We proudly serve Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, West Los Angeles, Santa Monica,

Culver City, the South Bay, Glendale, Pasadena, Sherman Oaks, Studio City, Encino and all of Los Angeles County.

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