Do You Need an Order of Protection?

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Tip 1 - General Information About Orders of Protection

Published: 9 years, 4 month(s) ago | Submitted by Timo Dahlberg | permalink

An Order of Protection is also known as a Protective Order. It is an order you get from the court that tells someone to leave you alone. Of course, it is only a piece of paper, and it is not absolute protection against violence. However, it certainly can help. The police will have a copy of the Order of Protection, and will be able to respond quickly to assist you. You can call the police anytime you are hurt or in danger, but having an Order of Protection will help the police in responding to your call.

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