Renewing restraining orders and criminal protective orders?

Since he has prior violations, the likelihood that the court will grant you a new DVRO and CPO extended is pretty good.

Push back trial date

Request if the opposing party will grant your request to continue then simply file a "stipulation to the effect with the court." But this is if the...

Pursue a property lien or file for contempt of non-support for past-due child support? Old case with father in TX and me in CA.

It is too bad this is only an arrears case only now. I had prosecuted cases involving child support cases when the Dept of Child Support in CA was...

California only: Can a minor child be forced to testify at a contempt trial without being subpoenaed?

Since contempt is punishable by jail amongst other things, the court will need to weigh the evidence that could be provided by the witness (even a...

Who pays for the attorney in contempt when one cannot afford it. The judge appointed one.

Since contempt is a "quasi" criminal action, you have the same constitutional rights as you would if you were a criminal defendant, including the...

How can you close and expunge a Restraining Order after it expires?

The restraining order is expired but the case may still be open. Not clear if you are talking about a criminal case or a family law case....

Who issued the TRO? Family or criminal court or did the police issue an emergency protective order. Question needs clarity. If a restraining...

Do I need an attorney to defend myself from a DV?

You can not file a domestic violence on an individual only prosecutors files a domestic violence case. It appears that your question is involving...

If my girlfriend's request for a restraining order on me is granted, will I be forced to move out of our home, if so, how long?

Note, you have a right to respond to the restraining order in writing. This is your opportunity to request any affirmative defense coupled with...

I stoped going to my domestic violence classes due to I was layed off but I have a job now and can continue.

I am assuming you have a progress report court date. Note, if you do not have a private attorney in a criminal case, you have a right to speak to...