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Generally, there is a requirement that the alleged abuser stay at least 500 feet away from the residence of the alleged victim or any other location deemed reasonable by the judge to be placed in the protective order.
A TRO is governed by Texas Rules of Civil Procedure Rule 680 and Texas Family Code § 6.501. If your spouse wishes to file a TRO that immediately excludes you from possession of or access to your children, a notice of this hearing must be given to you prior to the court date.
Step 1: Go to the district attorney's office or the courthouse to file. Step 2: Fill out the forms. Step 3: A judge will review your petition. Step 4: Service of process. Step 5: The hearing for a permanent protective order.
I was served with a Temporary Restraining Order. What should I do? Read the TRO carefully and obey it. ... Talk with a lawyer right away about your legal rights. ... Make plans to go to the hearing. ... If you need more time to hire a lawyer or more time to get ready for the hearing, you may be able to reschedule the hearing.
Include details and dates that relate to the abuser's violence and threats, if possible. If you are in immediate danger and want to apply for a temporary ex parte order, you must include a detailed description of the facts and circumstances concerning the family violence and the need for the immediate protective order.