Know the Laws: Florida

A restraining order or protective order is a legal order issued by a state court which requires one person to stop harming another.  In Florida, an Injunction for Protection Against Domestic Violence is explained below.

• Overview of Civil vs. Criminal Law

  Some restraining orders are issued in criminal court and some are issued in civil court.

• Injunction for Protection Against Domestic Violence

  Provides protection from abuse by a family or household member.

• Moving with an Injunction for Protection Against Domestic Violence

  Your FL Injunction for Protection Order may be enforceable in another state.

• Enforcing your Out-Of-State Order in FL

  If you are planning to move to FL or are going to be in FL for any reason, your protection or restraining order may be enforced.

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