Restraining Order Lawyer Chantilly, VA
Protecting Yourself With A Restraining Order
If you have been the victim of an assault or domestic violence, our Chantilly, VA restraining order lawyer is here to help you. You have the right to protect yourself and ensure your safety, and our team is here to help you utilize the available legal mechanisms to do so. We will help you understand your case, the implications of a restraining order, and how to pursue one effectively and efficiently. Throughout your case, we will keep you informed and involved as we work hard to help you find protection through a restraining order.
Our team has been assisting clients in Fairfax, Arlington, Prince William, and throughout Northern Virginia since 1995. We have represented clients in hundreds of trials over the years and also assist clients in federal courts across the United States. Our attorneys are dedicated to providing dedicated and personalized representation to all of our clients, prioritizing service that satisfied clients have described as “honest and upfront” and “a job done well and with integrity.” Allow us to help you with your case. Contact May Law, LLP today to schedule your consultation.
Protective Orders In Virginia
In the state of Virginia, restraining orders are officially known as protective orders. Do not be confused, these terms mean the same thing. There are three different types of protective orders that you can pursue after a case of domestic violence, assault, or another violent incident: an emergency protective order, preliminary protective order, and a final protective order. An emergency protective order lasts for 72 hours after it has been granted and can provide immediate relief and security for a victim. In these 72 hours, our Chantilly restraining order attorney can help you attempt to obtain a preliminary protective order. A preliminary protective order usually lasts for 15 days or until a court date. At this court date, a final protective order can be pursued, and this can last for up to two years.A protective order protects you from harm, threat, and stalking. In some circumstances, this order can be made to rule that property such as a vehicle or identification documents belong to you and be returned to you. They can also order someone to pay rent, pay for utilities, provide financial support that they owe, not shut off utilities for a home, not change or cancel insurance, not sell or hide property that you own or lease. By discussing your case with our experienced Virginia restraining order lawyer, you can determine how a protective order can help you.