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Sample Restraining Order Form For Texas In Houston
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A protective order is only available for people who have experienced dating or family violence and it can lead to criminal penalties (the Respondent/violator can be arrested) if violated. A restraining order can be ordered by a court for many different types of situations and only has civil penalties if violated.
The standard test for the order can be sought is whether or not there is evidence of harassment or risk of violence (or further violence) against a victim. You can get a restraining order against someone if the person has: Abused (or threatened to abuse you) Sexually assaulted you.
These include: restraining order. criminal behaviour order. domestic violence protection order.
If you need protection right away, take your forms to a court clerk. Some courts allow online filing, also called efiling. You can find out if your court has online filing by visiting your court's website.
In most cases, a Protective Order will last up to 2 years. There are some situations where a court can issue an order that lasts longer than 2 years. Although you may file these forms without having a lawyer, you are encouraged to get a lawyer to help you in this process.