Virginia courts issue protective orders when there is substantial evidence, or threats, of violence between two parties. A protective order, as the name suggests, prohibits the aggressive party from coming into contact with the alleged victim, sometimes with a...
Criminal Defense & Social Security Disability Law
Protective Orders
How long will a protective order last?
You could end up subject to a protective order after getting convicted of a criminal offense involving another person or them simply bringing accusations against you in court. A protective order could limit where you visit and the people with whom you interact. ...
The difference between short-term and long-term protective orders
Protective orders are not considered a criminal matter but they can have severe repercussions. Generally, these instruments are utilized for the purposes of protecting someone who is in danger of being subjected to violence. For instance, these orders are commonly...
3 consequences of protective orders
While protective orders are not considered criminal proceedings, they have a close relationship with criminal law. Having a protective order taken out against you can have lasting effects on your finances as well as some of your constitutional rights. Since a...