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To have your order changed, extended, or canceled, you will have to file a motion or petition in the court where the order was issued.
The judge is supposed to issue an order of protection if there is reasonable cause to believe that the defendant may commit an act of domestic violence or that s/he committed an act of domestic violence within the past year or within a longer period of time if there is “good cause” for the judge to consider a longer ...
At a hearing, the petitioner always has the burden of proof, and specific criteria must be met for the order to be upheld. Documents, photos, video, and any other supporting evidence may be used as evidence of allegations or evidence against accusations.
Restraining orders, known in Arizona as orders of protection or injunctions against harassment, are court-issued directives designed to protect individuals from abuse, harassment, or threats. While these orders are civil, not criminal, they will go on public record in Arizona.
An Order of Protection is governed by A.R.S. § 13-3602 and may be granted at the request of a person to prevent another person from engaging in certain activity; it is limited to parties with specified relationships between them.
If granted, this court order would prohibit the defendant from contacting the victim and is valid for the duration of the defendant's natural lifetime and can only be dismissed under the specific circumstances set out in ARS § 13-719.
The petitioner must show that the respondent has committed or may commit an act of domestic violence, which includes but is not limited to: Physical assault or harm. Threats or intimidation. Harassment or stalking. Sexual assault or abuse. Kidnapping or unlawful imprisonment. Criminal damage or trespassing.
The judge is supposed to issue an order of protection if there is reasonable cause to believe that the defendant may commit an act of domestic violence or that s/he committed an act of domestic violence within the past year or within a longer period of time if there is “good cause” for the judge to consider a longer ...
In most cases, you must have evidence to convince the judge that the person seeking a restraining order is in danger of harm. The danger or harm can include domestic violence, threats, criminal trespass, stalking, and harassment. An adult can file for a restraining order when they believe their safety is in danger.
You can do this using AZPOINT, or the Arizona Protective Order Initiation & Notification Tool. If you hire a Glendale family law attorney, they will handle this part of the process. After completing your AZPOINT paperwork, you will go to the courthouse in which you wish to file your case.