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You can file a petition for a protective order at a juvenile and domestic relations court or circuit court. Go to the clerk of court and tell him/her you want an application for a protective order. You can also find links to these forms online by going to our VA Download Court Forms page.
Show that there has been a pattern of abuse and that the survivor is experiencing fear. pattern of abuse. It is not as important to describe why the abuse occurred (what started the argument, for example, or other unpleasant behaviors from the abuser), than the actual acts of violence.
The specific elements you need to prove to get a restraining order vary from state to state, but in general, you need to show: A specific instance or instances of abuse or harassment (such as sexual assault by an intimate partner) The threat of violence or of further abusive behavior or harassment.
State to the court that you would like a restraining order and what you would like the court to order. Be as specific as possible. Examples: “I am asking the court to grant me a _____ month/year injunction.” “I want no contact in person, at home, by phone, at work, by mail or through third parties.”
I am willing to provide any additional information or evidence that may be required to support my case. I believe that an order of protection is necessary to ensure our safety and to provide us with the peace of mind we desperately need. I kindly request you to treat this matter with urgency and confidentiality.
For emergency protective orders, the court will also need proof that you or your children are in immediate danger. You or the law enforcement officer may need to give testimony under oath about this probable danger.
In Virginia, you can go to the court where the protection order was obtained to find out more information about it. Protective orders and other court records are normally kept up to date by the Clerk of Court.
You can seek assistance from legal aid organizations or attorneys. Who can help you navigate theMoreYou can seek assistance from legal aid organizations or attorneys. Who can help you navigate the process of looking up restraining orders remember to approach this process with sensitivity.
Besides prohibiting certain contact with the individual who issued the protective order against you, a protective order will show up on criminal background checks. Additionally, while the protective order is in effect, you will not be able to possess a firearm.