INJUNCTION FOR PROTECTION
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In family law, an "Injunction for Protection," often referred to as a restraining order, can be sought for various types of cases to protect individuals from harm, harassment, or abuse within family or domestic relationships. Here are some common types of cases for injunctions for protection in family law:
Domestic Violence Injunction
This type of injunction is sought by victims of domestic violence, including spouses, former spouses, cohabitants, or individuals with a child in common who have experienced physical, emotional, or sexual abuse or threats of harm.
Dating Violence Injunction
Victims of dating violence, including individuals in current or former dating relationships, can seek this type of injunction to protect themselves from abusive partners.
Repeat Violence Injunction
Individuals who have experienced two or more incidents of violence or stalking, regardless of their relationship with the perpetrator, can request a repeat violence injunction.
Harassment Injunction
This type of injunction is sought by victims of domestic violence, including spouses, former spouses, cohabitants, or individuals with a child in common who have experienced physical, emotional, or sexual abuse or threats of harm.
Injunctions Related to Divorce or Separation
During divorce or separation proceedings, individuals may seek injunctions to establish temporary custody arrangements, prevent the dissipation of marital assets, or prohibit harassment or stalking by a former spouse.
Dating Violence Injunction
This type of injunction is sought by victims of domestic violence, including spouses, former spouses, cohabitants, or individuals with a child in common who have experienced physical, emotional, or sexual abuse or threats of harm.
