Orders of Protection
Orders of Protection in St. Charles, MO
If you or your minor child is being stalked, threatened, or intimidated by a former partner, work colleague, or anyone else, you may be in need of an Order of Protection in Warren County. While this can be a very tense and difficult situation to maneuver, having a written track record is often essential to ensure your safety.
At Families in Turmoil, we provide legal counsel and assistance in filing Orders of Protections and restraining orders in St. Charles, MO. Reach out to us today for a free consultation.
What is an order of protection?
An Order of Protection is a form signed by a judge that can prevent someone from engaging in the following behaviors:
- Causing bodily harm
- Threatening to injure or kill
- Forcing you to do something against your will
- Harassment, particularly that which causes emotional distress
- Confining or imprisoning you against your will
- Stalking
- Sexual assault
- Physically, emotionally, or sexually abusing your child(ren)
No matter who you are, if you are being emotionally or physically abused or harassed, we strongly urge you to contact our compassionate family law attorneys to assist in helping you attain an Order of Protection. An Order of Protection can be filed by anyone over the age of 17; if you have a minor child, you can file one on behalf of your child.
Who can I get an order of protection against?
If anyone is engaging in stalking or abusive behavior that makes you uncomfortable, such as watching your home from a parked car, peering in your window, or leaving you threatening notes, you can enter an Order of Protection against them.
- An ex-spouse, lover, or partner
- Someone you dated but didn't click with
- Your current or former boss
- A current or former in-law
- A disgruntled employee or customer
- A neighbor
You can also file an order of protection against your child or parent if he or she is doing anything that negatively impacts your quality of life or freedom of movement. Together with the experienced attorneys at Families in Turmoil, we will help make the process as stress-free and safe for you and your children.
Contact us today for a free initial case review and for premier legal assistance in entering an Order of Protection in Warren County, MO and the surrounding areas.
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