3 Ways a Protective Order Can Help You
If you are worried about your personal safety, the safety of a building or the safety of patrons within your establishment, it may be time to file for a protective order. Also known as a restraining order, the Howard, Lewis & Petersen Provo Family Law Attorney office can assist with filing such an order.
When and How to File:
First of all, you can’t just file for a restraining order just because. You will need justifiable cause. This isn’t difficult to come up with though. Perhaps they have been harassing you over the phone, via text or through social media. You already have a record, which may be all that is necessary. If they are showing up at your home or place of business, make sure to call the police. Having a police record helps too. Any kind of arrest makes it that much easier.
If you have asked them to leave you alone and they persist, it may be time to file. Contact the Howard, Lewis & Petersen Provo Family Law Attorney office and we can help you determine if this is the necessary next course of action.
3 Ways Protective Order Can Help You:
First, it will help you feel safe. It creates a legal barrier around you so the person in question knows there will be legal ramifications if they attempt to talk or see you.
Second, there is a legal record for the protective order. The person will be served the protective order and if they choose to disobey it, they receive a much harsher punishment for doing so.
Thirdly, it can reduce your stress. When you know they aren’t going to stop by or harass you through other forms of communication, it can help your overall general well being. Which is a very good feeling to have.
