Every restraining order case is different. You may be the victim of violence at home, or you may be threatened by someone outside of your family, like a disruptive neighbor. No matter what is happening in your life, there are legal options available to protect you and your loved ones. The most common causes for seeking a restraining order include:

• DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
  Emergency protective orders that last for five days can be made after the police are called to a domestic violence situation. Following this, a temporary domestic violence civil restraining order can be filed in family court to protect you for a period of up to three weeks until the court sets a hearing. A successful hearing on a petition will extend the time frame for a domestic violence restraining order up to five years.
• CIVIL HARASSMENT
  A civil harassment restraining order can be filed to protect you from someone other than a relative, romantic partner, or co-worker who is harassing you. In many cases, the problem arises due to the conduct of a neighbor or someone else you know. A restraining order can protect you from harassment and potential threats of violence and harm.
• WORKPLACE INCIDENTS
  There are often issues between co-workers, and sometimes these issues develop into repeated cases of harassment. If you feel unsafe or threatened at work, seeking a restraining order may be the best option for you.