Domestic Violence Injunctions: Your Shield Of Protection
In the tapestry of relationships, safety and well-being are paramount. When the bonds of trust shatter and fear takes hold, seeking protection becomes essential. At Absolute Law, our team understands the urgency and sensitivity of family law matters, including domestic violence injunctions. We are here to provide you with relentless representation, unwavering support and an unyielding commitment to fight for your safety.
The shadow of domestic violence can cast a long and daunting silhouette over your life. At Absolute Law, our attorneys are your fierce advocates, ready to protect your rights and safety. As committed attorneys, we approach domestic violence injunctions with the tenacity required to secure your well-being. Our readiness to go to court and our determination to fight hard stem from our belief that everyone deserves to live free from fear.
Understanding Domestic Violence Injunctions
A domestic violence injunction, often referred to as a restraining order, is a legal tool that provides protection from abuse, harassment and threats within an intimate or familial relationship. Florida has four different types of domestic violence injunctions, specifically:
- Domestic violence: A domestic violence injunction can be sought against anyone who the victim has lived with as family and who has committed an act of domestic violence against them. Oftentimes, this person is their spouse, but it could also be a parent, grandparent or adopted child, among other parties.
- Sexual violence: A sexual violence injunction can be sought against anyone who is not family of the victim and who has committed an act of sexual violence against them. To obtain this injunction, the victim must have notified law enforcement of the act or the perpetrator must be imprisoned for the act and scheduled for release within the next 90 days.
- Dating violence: A dating violence injunction can be sought against a current or past romantic partner of the victim who has committed an act of violence against them. To obtain this injunction, the victim must have dated the perpetrator within the past half year.
- Repeat violence: A repeat violence injunction can be sought against individuals who do not fall under the purview of the previously listed injunctions, such as neighbors or colleagues, who have committed at least two acts of violence against the victim, at least one of which has happened within the past half year.
- Stalking: A stalking injunction can be sought by any individual who is affected, the grounds for a Stalking Injunction being granted is the Court must find that the Respondent committed harassing behavior which serves no legitimate purpose and that the harassing conduct caused the Petitioner emotional distress, this being a standard based on whether or not this behavior would have caused a reasonable person to suffer emotional distress.
If you’re facing a situation where you need to obtain a domestic violence injunction, the lawyers at Absolute Law are here to guide you through the process. We will provide you with a clear understanding of your rights and the steps involved in seeking the protection you need.
Empowering You With Protection
A domestic violence injunction can offer a sense of security and empowerment during a tumultuous time. It can provide you with immediate relief by establishing a legal barrier between you and the aggressor. Our team at Absolute Law is here to ensure your voice is heard and your rights are upheld throughout this process.
Contact Us Today
Your safety and well-being are nonnegotiable. If you’re facing domestic violence, reach out to Absolute Law for skilled support from our team. Call 239-268-4669 or use our online form to make an appointment for a free consultation. You don’t have to face this challenging situation alone.