Temporary Injunction Form For Protection Against Domestic Violence In Utah
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If the protective order was issued after then the civil provisions of the protective order generally last 150 days unless the court finds good cause for extending the expiration date. The criminal provisions of the protective order will typically expire after three years.
A preliminary injunction is temporary relief that preserves the status quo until the courts decide on the merits of the case. The relief sought often involves asking a court to prevent an opposing party from taking specific action or continuing a current course of action.
Step 1: Go to the district court to begin the filing process. Step 2: Fill out the petition. Step 3: A judge reviews your petition and may grant you a temporary restraining order. Step 4: Service of process. Step 5: The TRO/injunction hearing.
Generally, an "injunction" is a court order that requires parties to do something or not do something. The domestic relations injunction tells parties what they may not do while the case is underway.
The injunction is something ordered by the judge that can either be permanent or for a specific period of time. The restraining order usually only happens at the beginning of the case, once the person is served with a temporary restraining order and that will only last until the injunction hearing.
The injunction orders both parties not to: harass, intimidate or disturb the peace of the other party, by any means, including electronically. commit domestic violence or abuse against the other party or a child.
Once you turn in your request, a judge will decide quickly whether to grant temporary protection. The whole process can take a few weeks to months, depending on how complicated your case is. If the judge grants you a long-term restraining order, it can last up to five years.
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.
How long the order lasts. If the protective order was issued after then the civil provisions of the protective order generally last 150 days unless the court finds good cause for extending the expiration date. The criminal provisions of the protective order will typically expire after three years.
