Know the Laws: Wisconsin
UPDATED October 11, 2007
A restraining order or protective order is a legal order issued by a state court which requires one person to stop harming another. In Wisconsin, there are several types of orders explained below.
- Overview of Civil vs. Criminal Law
Some restraining orders are issued in criminal court and some are issued in civil court.
- Domestic Abuse Restraining Orders
Provides protection from harm by an adult household or family member.
- Other Types of Restraining Orders
Information about restraining orders for child abuse, against harrassment or an individual at risk.
- Where to Get Help with Restraining Orders in Wisconsin
Contact information for help in Wisconsin.
- Moving to Another State with a Domestic Abuse Restraining Order
Your Restraining Order may be enforceable wherever you move.
- Enforcing an Out-of-State Order WI
If you are planning to move to WI or are going to be in WI for any reason, your protection or restraining order may be enforced.
WomensLaw.org would like to thank the Family Violence Center/Golden House Shelter and the Wisconsin Coalition Against Domestic Violence for their assistance in providing the information below.