Boston Restraining Order Attorney
When a person claims that he or she has been the victim of any form of domestic assault, the alleged victim may go to the court to seek a restraining order that will prohibit any further contact of any kind from the alleged abuser. The order may also prohibit the person named from coming into contact with his or her own children. These court orders are often called "209A restraining orders" or "209A orders" in Massachusetts because the laws pertaining to these are covered under the Commonwealth's General Laws Chapter 209A.
Challenge a 209A Restraining Order/Temporary Restraining Order
Immediately involving a Boston criminal defense lawyer with experience in 209A restraining orders is one of the most important steps you can take if a temporary restraining order has been issued against you. The temporary restraining order will state the date and time that you and the alleged victim are required to return to court, at which point it will be decided whether the order will be extended. This will be your first opportunity to contest the allegations the plaintiff (the person who requested the 209A restraining order) has made against you. At the Massachusetts Criminal Defense Group, our lawyers know how to get you through the process and fight back.
Why You Need An Attorney
Most of the time, temporary restraining orders of this kind are issued "ex parte" meaning you did not even have the opportunity to defend yourself against the allegations of abuse. The court would rather err in the alleged victim's behalf to prevent further abuse from occurring by issuing a temporary restraining order even though you were not present at the hearing to challenge the allegations of abuse.
Having an aggressive and experienced attorney at your side in court can make a significant difference in the outcome of your case. Our law firm can make that difference for you. Our lawyers are highly experienced and are dedicated to providing our clients with the vigorous defense that is necessary to challenge a temporary restraining order to help ensure that it does not become permanent. We can help you with pressing issues, including where you will live, how you can collect your personal belongings and whether you will be able to see your children. We will then challenge the 209A order at the first chance we get to help you return to life as normal.
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