You must file a petition with a judge. This petition will contain all of the necessary information that the judge needs to determine if you qualify for a PPO. Try your best to give a detailed description of what happened and who did it to you? Try to remember dates and times as specifically as possible. If you have any copies of police reports, you should include them with your petition.

In addition to showing a domestic relationship, you must also demonstrate to the judge that you are afraid that the target of your order is likely to stalk, harass, threaten, or assault you.

What does a PPO do for me? 

A PPO is a restraining order. It legally bars the person subjected to it from certain actions and behaviors. More specifically, it bans them from:

• Entering your home or any other place that you occupy

• Assaulting, attacking, or harassing another person

• Threatening to injure or kill you or another person

• Removing any child that you have legal custody over

• Buying or possessing a firearm

• Preventing you from removing your children or personal possessions from any place owned or leased by the abuser

• Interfering with you at your school or job; or otherwise harming your career, education, or environment

• Having access to your home or work address or any telephone number associated with a child you both share

• Stalking you

• Causing mental harm or otherwise coercing you by threatening to harm or take away an animal that you own

• Any other action that interferes with your personal freedom or causes a reasonable fear of violence

Violation of a protection order is a crime. If you call the police, the violator is subject to immediate arrest. Following a violation, you can petition the court for a motion to show cause for the violation of the protection order. This will likely result in the judge punishing your abuser.

It is extremely important that you report any violation of your order. Do not allow your abuser to convince you that “things will be different”. Your order has a finite duration, allow that duration to run its course. For additional information, click here.

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Absolutely. Domestic violence is no different than any other intentionally harmful act, and can be the basis for a personal injury lawsuit in Michigan civil court. As for which tort/cause of action you might bring, there are several options. You can file an intentional tort claim (such as battery and/or assault) seeking compensation for the physical injuries you have suffered.

Another option is a claim for intentional infliction of emotional distress, in order to address mental anguish and other psychological injuries. Keep in mind that these claims are not mutually exclusive and can be brought simultaneously. For additional information, click here.

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Yes, you can. The existence of criminal proceedings arising out of the same incidents of domestic abuse and violence do not preclude a lawsuit in civil court.

If I am convicted of a domestic violence crime, do I automatically lose or become disadvantaged in any civil case?

That depends on the precise outcome of the criminal case. For one thing, there is no such thing as an automatic win or lose scenario. The civil case will still continue if you are convicted. If you plead guilty, any admission of wrongdoing you make in rendering that plea can be used as evidence against you in the civil case. However, if you plead no contest (nolo contendere), then no such statements may be used against you in civil court. This is pretty much the only reason why criminal defendant’s would choose to plead no contest rather than guilty. For additional information, click here.

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You may realize that certain court rules allow you to self represent yourself. The real question you should ask yourself is “Should I represent myself?”. If you want something done right, have an expert do it for you.

Goldman and Associate attorneys have years of experience handling these types of cases and matters. For a serious matter such as Domestic Violence, it is common for individuals to end up in jail so remember to always contact a lawyer when you are in this kind of situation.

Goldman and Associates Law Firm is here to provide you with information about Domestic Violence in the State of Michigan. The video below will give you information about hiring a lawyer for Domestic Violence.

In Michigan, typically the court will enter a no contact order which means you cannot go back home after a Domestic Violence charge. If the victim is not at the house then you can go home. The no contact order will usually be specific to the person, not the address. The no contact order generally will not involve children, just the victim, therefore you can still see your children.

If the victim is calling you despite there being a no contact order, you shouldn’t contact the victim. If you do, then you run the risk of violating the court order and making things complicated. Make sure to talk to one of our attorneys at Goldman and Associates to make sure you get the best outcome possible.

Domestic violence cases are not to be taken lightly so give us a call for any questions you may have about Domestic Violence in The State of Michigan.

Goldman and Associates Law Firm is here to provide you with information about Domestic Violence in the State of Michigan. The video below will give you information about Domestic Violence Case in The State of Michigan.

In Michigan, typically the court will enter a no contact order which means you cannot go back home after a Domestic Violence charge. If the victim is not at the house then you can go home. The no contact order will usually be specific to the person, not the address. The no contact order generally will not involve children, just the victim, therefore you can still see your children.

If the victim is calling you despite there being a no contact order, you shouldn’t contact the victim. If you do, then you run the risk of violating the court order and making things complicated. Make sure to talk to one of our attorneys at Goldman and Associates to make sure you get the best outcome possible.

Domestic violence cases are not to be taken lightly so give us a call for any questions you may have about Domestic Violence in The State of Michigan.

Goldman and Associates Law Firm is here to provide you with information about Domestic Violence in the State of Michigan. The video below will give you information about Domestic Violence Case in The State of Michigan.

In Michigan, typically the court will enter a no contact order which means you cannot go back home after a Domestic Violence charge. If the victim is not at the house then you can go home. The no contact order will usually be specific to the person, not the address. The no contact order generally will not involve children, just the victim, therefore you can still see your children.

If the victim is calling you despite there being a no contact order, you shouldn’t contact the victim. If you do, then you run the risk of violating the court order and making things complicated. Make sure to talk to one of our attorneys at Goldman and Associates to make sure you get the best outcome possible.

Domestic violence cases are not to be taken lightly so give us a call for any questions you may have about Domestic Violence in The State of Michigan.

Goldman and Associates Law Firm is here to provide you with information about Domestic Violence in the State of Michigan. The video below will give you information about Domestic Violence Case in The State of Michigan.

If this is a case where it is your first offense and you have never had violations with the law, but you are still charged with domestic violence, then it would be significantly less than a case when you are a repeat offender. Another factor which can determine the cost is where the case is located. If your case is in the tri county area:

• Macomb
• Oakland
• Wayne

it would be much less than if the case were hours away. Lastly if the case would require about 2 appearances, then the retainer would be much less also. Contact us today if you have any questions regarding Domestic Violence in the State of Michigan.

Goldman and Associates Law Firm is here to provide you with information about Domestic Violence in the State of Michigan. The video below will give you the facts about the Cost of a Domestic Charge Lawyer in The State of Michigan.

Domestic violence can take on many different forms. Some of these forms include:

Verbal abuse, Intimidation, Economic oppression and abuse, Coercion, Use of the children to intimidate, harass or threaten, Sexual abuse and stalking, Isolating the victim from family and friends.

• Domestic assault is an assault crime committed against someone you share a domestic relationship with. A domestic relationship can range from married spouses to people who live in the same house as you.

• The first offense is a misdemeanor (93 days/$500), the second offense is also a misdemeanor (up to 1 year/ $1000), and the third offense is a class G felony (up to 2 years/ $2500).

• Aggravated Domestic Assault is when the assault results in severe injuries. The first offense is a misdemeanor (up to 1 year, $1000), the second is a class G felony.

• Stalking, a one-year/$1,000 misdemeanor, or aggravated stalking, a five-year/$10,000 felony.

• Felonious assault with a dangerous weapon, a four-year/$2,000 felony.

• Assault with intent to do great bodily harm less than murder and assault by strangulation or suffocation, a ten-year/$5,000 felony.

• Assault with intent to commit murder, a life or any-number-of-years felony.

• Criminal sexual conduct, depending on the degree, a life or any-number-of-years felony to a two-year/$500 misdemeanor.

Goldman and Associates Law Firm is here to provide you with information about Domestic Violence in the State of Michigan. The video below will give you information about Domestic Violence charges in the State of Michigan.

The person who makes the charge is essentially the prime witness for the prosecution. In most cases, the officers didn’t witness it, the prosecutor and judge both do not know for a fact what happened, so therefore they both rely on the witness to come forward. Typically the court will adjourn the matter if the witness doesn’t appear, giving the prosecutor another opportunity for the witness to show up in court. If the witness doesn’t appear for a second time at the new date, the court will likely grant a motion to dismiss the case.

If you are charged with Domestic Violence or a violation of a Personal Protection Order, you should contact us right away! Charges of a domestic violence crime or violations of a personal protection order can result in jail time and fines. Goldman and Associates attorneys can ensure that your rights are protected during the proceedings. If you have any questions regarding Domestic Violence in the State of Michigan please contact us today.

Goldman and Associates Law Firm is here to provide you with information about Domestic Violence in the State of Michigan. The video below will give you information about Domestic Violence Cases in The State of Michigan.