If im on lease at the home can my boyfriend put a restraining order on me and make me and the kids leave

Yes your boyfriend could have you kicked out. He would have to convince the Judge that you threatened him with violence or that you used actual...

Can abuse victim suggest sentence for abuser?

Victims of abuse have the right to speak to the Judge at the sentencing hearing and they can suggest anything that they want. However, no one...

A i forced to testify against y husband???

If you are properly subpoenaed and are brought to court to testify, you can refuse. If you refuse the Judge will order you to do some domestic...

Yes it can prevent you from becoming a corrections officer. After a domestic violence restraining order issued against you, you cannot possess a...

Should I attempt to get my response to a Domestic Violence Order now or file a continuance? The trial hearing is in 2 days.

You should get a lawyer. You are over your head. You should ask for more time to get someone to represent you.

How long does a person have before he can file charges against someone if he did not file charges in a domestic violence matter

Your ex cannot file charges against you. The district attorney's office reviewed your two cases and decided to file no charges against you. Your...

In 2011 I was involved in a Domestic Violence case wherein I accepted the term of going to classes. I am considered incompetent.

If you didn't tell the public defender you had a GAL, there is no way for them to know or to alert the court. Additionally, just because you...

What happens if I do not pay a judgement?will I get arrested?

You will not be arrested. If you don't pay it will become a civil judgement against you.

Is there a benefit if a request for an emergency protective order is denied if the person then tries to get a TRO?

The short answer is yes it is helpful but not dispositive. You can tell the Judge that her EPO was denied but it would be better to subpoena the...

How can I get a DV order placed against me lifted? This happened 9-9-15 placerville.

You need to contact an attorney immediately. If the order was issued in September, four months have already passed. Your right to appeal the...