In Tennessee, Protection Orders May Be Used or Abused
Domestic violence is taken seriously in Tennessee. If you are a victim of abuse by a spouse, boyfriend, girlfriend, stalker, family member or someone you live with, you can apply for a restraining order (called a domestic violence order of protection) against the abuser.
At the Law Offices of Howard, Kendrick & Reynolds in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, we represent both people who are victims of domestic violence, as well as people who are accused of abuse.
Domestic Violence Orders of Protection
Applying for a domestic violence order of protection will provide you immediate relief from harassment and stalking. It will bar the other party from having any contact with you until there is a hearing on your case.
At your hearing, you will have to convince a judge of the abuse violations through evidence and witness testimony. The accused will also have the ability to defend himself or herself. The judge will decide whether the protection order will continue.
If you are married, the order of protection will result in temporary custody of children and removal of the abusive spouse from your home. It may also provide temporary spousal and child support.
Abuse of Protection Orders in Divorce
False allegations of domestic violence are often used to gain the upper hand in a divorce. If you are accused of domestic violence, it can have a devastating effect on your life, as well as your relationship with your children. You will also be barred from owning firearms. If you are a police officer or a member of the military, it could mean the loss of your career.
If you have been falsely accused of domestic violence, we will mount an aggressive defense to protect your rights.
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For more information about domestic violence or to schedule a free initial consultation with a lawyer at the Law Offices of Howard, Kendrick & Reynolds, call us at 615-900-0082 or fill out the contact form on this Web site.
