Protection Order Basics
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- Why would someone want a protection order?
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- What does a protection order do?
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- Why would someone want a protection order?
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- Respondent
- A protection order might help you if you are afraid of someone who has hurt you and want them to leave you alone.
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- DO NOT:HurtThreatenContact
- It can give you the opportunity to get to safety, have peace of mind, and feel supported by the legal system.
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- Petitioner
- What does a protection order do?
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- How does a protection order work?
- A protection order is an order from a judge with a list of rules that tries to prevent a person from doing more harm.
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- This person, who is called the Respondent, is legally required to follow the terms of the order.
- The Respondent can be ordered not to hurt, threaten, or contact the person who got the order.
- That person is called the petitioner.
- A protection order can last for a few days or up to five years.
- How does a protection order work?
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- Help!
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- Is a protection order the same as a restraining order?
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- If the Respondent breaks a rule by violating one of the terms, the Petitioner—or anyone else—can call the police.
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- The police can then arrest and file criminal charges against the Respondent.
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- This could result in a criminal conviction and possible jail time.
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- When can you get a protection order?
- Is a protection order the same as a restraining order?
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- No, a protection order is different from a restraining order.
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- A restraining order is issued as part of another legal case, such as a divorce.
- The police must enforce protection orders but do not enforce restraining orders.
- So, a restraining order is not very helpful in a dangerous situation.
- When can you get a protection order?
- A protection order is only available after you have experienced certain violent or threatening acts.
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- Tried to hurt you
- Hurt you:
- Threatened you
- Sexually
- Physically
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- Safety Plan
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- POLICE STATION
- You may be eligible for one if someone has: hurt you physically or sexually, tried to hurt you, threatened to hurt you, stalked you, or harassed you.
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- Stalked you
- Harassed you
- Can you get a protection order for your child?
- The court will ask you to explain what happened to you and why you feel afraid of the Respondent.
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- It's important to know that a protection order may not be the safest option for you because seeking legal help carries risks.
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- Even if you decide a protection order is the right choice for you, it is still important to create a safety plan that considers these risks.
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- How my child was affected by violence
- What if you are afraid of more than one person?
- It is also important to know that the police are the main way of enforcing protection orders.
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- If you do not feel safe calling the police, you may want to consider alternative strategies. Call a local victim advocate to understand your options.
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- Can you get a protection order for your child?
- Yes, you may be able to get a protection order for your child.
- Be prepared to discuss how your child was affected by some act of violence and why you think they are in danger. It may or may not be enough to show that they saw violence happening to you.
- Why my child is in danger
- What if you are afraid of more than one person?
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- How do you get started?
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- Which type of protection order?
- You can only get a protection order against the individuals who have been violent toward you.
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- You must apply for separate protection orders against each person.
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- You will also need to provide evidence about how each person has harmed you.
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- How do you get started?
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- First, decide which type of protection order you want to apply for.
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- Types of Protection Orders
- Where should I go?What hours are you open?
- A victim advocate can help you understand the differences between each type.
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- You can also look at the Ohio Supreme Court’s website or watch another video linked in the description.
- Then, contact the clerk or security personnel at your county’s courthouse to find out where to go. Be sure to ask what hours the court is available.
- It is helpful if you bring your ID and an address where the court can contact the Respondent.
- There is no cost to apply for a protection order and you are not required to hire a lawyer.
- But, it can be very useful to get help from a lawyer trained in domestic, sexual, and stalking violence so you can get the protection you need.
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- https://pixabay.com/en/name-nameplate-shield-id-press-1714231/ - janjf93 - (License Free for Commercial Use / No Attribution Required (https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0) )
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