Fort Lauderdale Restraining Order Defense Lawyer

If domestic violence, stalking or harassment is suspected by law enforcement, the victim has the right to seek immediate protection. This protection may involve an arrest and a restraining order or order of protection. A restraining order can be written up and put into effect by a Florida judge the very same day that the alleged crime takes place. Even when the victim fails to request a restraining order themselves, the judge may still issue one against the alleged perpetrator of the crime. If a restraining order has been issued against you or you have questions about restraining orders you require a Fort Lauderdale domestic violence defense attorney.

Florida Domestic Violence Attorney

In Florida, there are different types of restraining orders that can be issued for a domestic violence case. The first is an Emergency Protective Order and it can be issued and put in to effect by law enforcement immediately following an alleged domestic violence act. It will give the alleged victim 5 days until it expires to request for additional time. The next type of restraining order and the one most commonly requested is a Temporary Restraining Order. It initially is temporary for 3 weeks, but a judge can make it permanent for up to 3 years. If the domestic violence case is already active, the District Attorney’s office can issue a restraining order called a Criminal Protective Order ("No Contact" Order).

If your situation involves harassment, a Civil Harassment Restraining Order (CHO) can be issued stating that you must stay at least 100 feet away from the alleged victim and are typically only employed in non-domestic situations with neighbors, roommates, and co-workers. Any type of restraining order will have rules that you must follow and abide by or risk being sent to jail. These rules will include not contacting or going near the alleged victim, victim’s family, place of employment, or educational institution in any way. If there are children involved, without the aid of an experienced Fort Lauderdale domestic violence lawyer you may not be able to see or speak to your children for a very long time. The Law Office of Marshall Geisser represents clients that have legal issues with restraining orders, orders of protection, domestic violence, spousal abuse, child abuse, elder abuse and/or rape.

If you have questions about restraining orders or need help fighting one, contact a Fort Lauderdale restraining order defense attorney today.