209A Restraining Orders
A 209A restraining order is a court order that protects you from being abused by a family member, household member, or someone you have been dating.
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209A Restraining Orders: an overview
Learn about restraining orders and how to decide if they are a good option for you.
What can a 209A restraining order do?
In this article, learn what you can ask the court to include in a 209A restraining order. If you have children, learn what protections you can ask the court for.
Court Forms: 209A Restraining Orders
Download forms you file to apply for, change, or end a restraining order.
209A restraining orders can protect children at school
How 209A restraining orders can make schools safer for children affected by domestic violence and their non-abusive parent.
Can I get a 209A Restraining Order if I am under 18?
If you are under 18, you can get a restraining order against someone. Find the answers to questions you may have.
Getting your restraining order extended for longer
Learn what happens at the hearing to get your restraining order extended.
Protecting your address and information in Restraining Order and Harassment Prevention Order cases
If you have a court case and are afraid to share information like your address and phone number, there are ways that you can ask to keep it confidential.
What happens after I file a complaint for a 209A restraining order?
Learn what happens at the 1st hearing or ex parte hearing, and how to take the next steps.
What happens at the 2nd (10-day) restraining order hearing?
At the second hearing, the abusive person can tell their side of the story and say why they do not want a restraining order against them.
What if I want to talk to the abusive person or get back together?
You can change or end your restraining order if you want to.
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What if the person who abused me files a restraining order or criminal case against me?
It is important to take a restraining order against you seriously. Learn how you can defend yourself in court.
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What is a certified Intimate Partner Abuse Education Program?
Learn more about IPAEPs and whether they might be a good option for you or your partner.
Where can I get a 209A Restraining Order?
Learn which courts you can go to and what to do if a court is closed.