Restraining Orders & Injunctions

South Florida Domestic Violence Attorneys: Restraining Orders & Injunctions

If you are in South Florida and facing domestic violence, obtaining a restraining order or injunction can be a critical step in ensuring your safety and well-being. At Family Matters Law Group, our experienced domestic violence attorneys are dedicated to offering you the legal protection you need. Contact us today for a confidential consultation.

Types of Injunctions Available in South Florida

Florida law provides several types of injunctions to protect victims from various forms of violence:

1. Domestic Violence Injunction
• Definition: Protection for victims of assault, battery, or other violent offenses by a family or household member.
• Statute: Fla. Stat. § 741.30
• Relationship Requirement: Includes spouses, ex-spouses, relatives by blood or marriage, co-parents, and those residing together as a family.
• Nature of Violence: Assault, battery, sexual assault, stalking, kidnapping, false imprisonment, and more.
2. Repeat Violence Injunction
• Definition: Requires at least two incidents of violence or stalking, with one incident occurring within six months of filing.
• Statute: Fla. Stat. § 784.046
• Relationship Requirement: No specific relationship is required.
3. Dating Violence Injunction
• Definition: For victims who have been in a significant romantic or intimate relationship with the respondent within the past six months.
• Statute: Fla. Stat. § 784.046
4. Sexual Violence Injunction
• Definition: Can be obtained after a single incident of sexual violence, regardless of the relationship.
• Statute: Fla. Stat. § 784.046
5. Stalking Injunction
• Definition: For victims of repeated stalking behavior, including cyberstalking.
• Statute: Fla. Stat. § 784.0485

The Process of Obtaining a Restraining Order in South Florida

To ensure your protection, follow these steps to obtain a restraining order in Broward County:

1. Visit the Central Courthouse: Approach the domestic violence clerk.
2. Fill out a Victim's Packet: Submit it to the clerk.
3. Judge's Review: The duty judge reviews the paperwork and determines the type of order to issue.
4. Receive a Ruling: Stay at the courthouse to receive a ruling the same day.

Legal Representation for Your Safety

At Family Matters Law Group, our skilled attorneys will guide you through every step of the process, ensuring that you are well-prepared and protected. We offer comprehensive legal services, including:

• Assistance with filing petitions
• Gathering and presenting evidence
• Representing you in court hearings

Contact Us for a Confidential Consultation

Your safety is our top priority. If you need a restraining order or injunction in South Florida, contact [Law Firm Name] today. Our experienced domestic violence attorneys are here to help you secure the protection you need.

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