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Key Differences A Harassment Order addresses unwanted behavior that may not necessarily involve physical harm but still causes significant distress to the victim. In contrast, a Restraining Order is typically sought in cases involving a history of violence, physical threat, or other forms of serious harm.
Effective 07/01/2022 you can expunge and seal from the public eye certain stalking and civil protective orders. Prior law was once a protective order was filed against you, you can never get it sealed, even if the protective order was dismissed. Protective orders mare your public record.
Courts impose restraining orders, and court records are generally public, barring a few exceptions. This means that everything heard in a court that is “on the record” could be searched for by the public. A hearing on a restraining order and the ruling of the court are likely parts of public record.
Restraining orders are more general and can apply to a variety of behaviors. Protective orders are more tailored to violent behavior and are designed to prevent violence against victims. In either case, your freedoms will be restricted and you should challenge these orders with the help of an attorney.
Restraining orders can be very broad and may restrict all kinds of behaviors. From contacting the other party to any other behavior that might affect the case, a restraining order can be applied. Protective orders apply mostly to violent or threatening behavior and seek to protect petitioners from future harm.
Protection orders are serious, but they are a civil matter. You would only face the possibility of incarceration if you violate a civil protection order that has been put in place. Fines are not associated with protection orders, although costs can be, and for financial purposes, these are similar.
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.
Key Differences A Harassment Order addresses unwanted behavior that may not necessarily involve physical harm but still causes significant distress to the victim. In contrast, a Restraining Order is typically sought in cases involving a history of violence, physical threat, or other forms of serious harm.
Procedure to Obtain a No Contact Order in Utah: The person seeking protection must file a petition in court. A judge reviews the petition and may grant a temporary order. A hearing is scheduled where both parties can present their cases. If necessary, a long-term order is granted.