Know the Laws: New Jersey
UPDATED November 17, 2009
A restraining order or protective order is a legal order issued by a state court which requires one person to stop harming another. Restraining orders are explained in more detail below.
- Overview of Civil vs. Criminal Law
Some restraining orders are issued in criminal court and some are issued in civil court.
- Restraining Orders
A civil order that provides protection from harm by a family or household member.
- Moving to Another State with a Restraining Order
Your NJ restraining order can be enforceable wherever you move.
- Enforcing your Out-Of-State Order in NJ
If you are planning to move to NJ or are going to be in NJ for any reason, your protection or restraining order may be enforced.