A restraining order is often issued to provide a victim with protection from their harasser or
abuser. An individual who is served a restraining order must abide by the conditions stipulated
within the order. Violation of the order can result in criminal charges and, if convicted, hefty
fines and jail time. In many cases, a restraining order can cause a significant amount of hardship
for the individual it was filed against, as well as lead to a loss of certain rights. If you have been
served with a restraining order or have violated an existing restraining order, you can contact
Hurwitz Law Group, Inc for legal assistance.
Restraining Order
In the state of California, an individual will often be served with a temporary restraining order
and given a period of 10 to 20 days to contest the allegations made against them. The petitioner
will be granted a hearing after which the restraining order may be made permanent. You will not
be able to have the restraining order against you lifted once it has become permanent. It is crucial
to contact a criminal defense attorney right away if you believe the restraining order to be unfair
or unwarranted. Many times, a former spouse or significant other may make unfounded
accusations against an individual to prevent them from being able to spend time with their
children out of revenge. You should not lose the right to see your children or choose where you
live due to a restraining order filed on false pretenses. Our team of lawyers will help you defend
yourself against the allegations being made.
Violation of Restraining Order
If you have been served with a restraining order, it is important to ensure you familiarize
yourself with the conditions it stipulates. Typically, you will be barred from contacting or
coming within a specified distance of the petitioner. Intentional violation of a restraining order
can lead to a misdemeanor or felony conviction. Whether or not the allegations leading to the
restraining order are true, you must respect the conditions of the order at all times.
Compliance
You may face undue hardship in your day to day life due to a restraining order. It may be
necessary to avoid certain routes that may take you past the petitioner’s home or place of work or
you may encounter problems when accidentally violating the order. In some cases, it may be
entirely impossible to comply with the conditions of a restraining order. Our criminal defense
attorneys can assist you in exploring the legal options available to you to ensure that you are not
wrongfully convicted of violating a restraining order.
Criminal Defense Lawyer in Los Angeles
There is a misconception that only the guilty require a lawyer. Many times, good people can find
themselves in a bad situation due to a misunderstanding or a false accusation. Hurwitz Law Group, Inc provides individuals who have been charged with a crime in Los Angeles with reliable,
professional legal representation.
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