Bridgewater, MA Restraining Order Lawyer

Family Law Restraining Order Attorney Serving Bridgewater & Surrounding Areas

Restraining orders are commonly issued in Massachusetts domestic violence cases. These orders are meant to protect individuals abused by intimate partners or family or household members and to protect their children. These orders can be imposed against both men and women at all socioeconomic levels. They are sought by alleged victims seeking protections in both temporary and more permanent orders. These orders prohibit their abusers from further threats or violence as well as from making any kind of contact with the victim. Domestic violence is a very real problem for many individuals in society. However, these orders can be issued against alleged abusers based on false allegations that severely impact the accused’s life, parental rights, and more.

At the law firm of Attorney Andrew H. P. Norton, our attorney understands both sides of this issue. Attorney Norton represents those who have suffered physical and emotional abuse by seeking valid restraining orders that protect them going forward, He also represents individuals contesting these orders and alleged violations of these orders who have been falsely accused. Because he is also a criminal defense lawyer, Attorney Norton has a comprehensive understanding of the domestic violence issue and the use of restraining orders in these cases.

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Restraining Orders in Domestic Violence Cases

Massachusetts law provides three types of restraining orders in domestic violence matters:

Emergency. This can be done with the help of police who can get an order issued by a judge over the phone if the court is closed or if the victim is injured or if it would be a severe hardship to get to court.
Temporary. This is done by going to court where a judge will grant a temporary order without a hearing and without testimony from the alleged abuser. It will be in effect until a hearing can be scheduled within 10 days.
More permanent (long-term). This is issued in a court hearing after the alleged abuser has been notified and where both parties can present their evidence to the judge. Where the judge rules in favor of the alleged victim, the restraining order can be issued for up to a year but can be extended permanently later.

Restraining orders can do the following:

Prohibit the abuser from any further abuse or threats of abuse against the accused, any children, or shared pets
Order the abuser to vacate the shared residence
Order the abuser to stop making any type of contact with the victim and his or her children
Order the abuser to stay away from the victim’s home, place of work, or the children’s daycare or school
Affect child custody, such as restricting the accuser’s visitation rights
Ban the accuser’s right to possess a gun
Order the abuser to pay child support and/or spousal support
Order the abuser to pay any expenses associated with the abuse, such as medical bills, property damage bills, lost wages, attorneys fees, and more
Order the abuser to complete a batterer’s treatment program

As you can see, the ramifications of restraining orders on alleged abusers can be enormous and can deeply impact their rights. For these reasons, those accused of domestic violence must have competent and tenacious legal help. This, of course, also applies to individuals who have suffered harmful abuse and who need legal protections for their safety and that of their children.

At Attorney Andrew H. P. Norton, you can count on our commitment to representing your needs and protecting your rights in both the defense of and prosecution of restraining orders.

Arrange your free initial consultation with our Bridgewater restraining order attorney at Attorney H. P. Norton by emailing us using our contact form or by calling (508) 422-0815.

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