Living in a neighborhood should feel safe and peaceful. Unfortunately, sometimes tensions between neighbors can escalate. If you’re experiencing harassment, threats, or other unsafe behavior from a neighbor, you may be wondering if you can get a restraining order to protect yourself. The good news is that the law does offer options for dealing with […]
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Receiving a restraining order can be a distressing experience. It’s even worse when you believe it was granted against you unfairly or without valid reason. Protecting your rights and maintaining your reputation requires understanding restraining orders, knowing why a court might grant a request for an order, and finding someone to help you effectively fight […]
Filing a civil protection order is usually only done out of fear for one’s well-being and the desperation of the petitioner to feel safe. However, you’ll find that after filing a protection order in Colorado, you’re placed in a position that requires you to defend your need for the order. Sometimes, validating your need for […]
Many Colorado residents are unaware that there are levels of restraining orders until they’re involved in a protection petition or order. Commonly, courts issue temporary orders, permanent orders, and emergency orders. In this segment, we will cover temporary and permanent protection orders, explaining the key differences between the two. Temporary Protection Orders Temporary protection orders, […]
What is a protection order in Colorado? A civil protection order (CPO), commonly referred to as a restraining order, can be filed in court by an individual who fears for his or her safety. This person may have experienced domestic violence, sexual assault, physical abuse, or some other type of harassment at the hands of […]