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Most people do not realize how serious protective and restraining orders are. When a protective order has been put into place, there are immediate and significant consequences that can affect every aspect of your life. A Destrehan protective orders lawyer can help you secure or defend against a protective order by gathering evidence and addressing the court on your behalf.
For more than 35 years, Marino Law Firm, LLC, of Destrehan, Louisiana, has been providing effective legal counsel and representation to clients facing protective orders. We have extensive experience aggressively protecting our clients’ interests through all available channels. We serve clients across southeastern Louisiana’s river parishes.
If you have been charged with domestic violence or issued a protective order, it is vital that you speak with a lawyer before talking to the police or a judge. The judge will set a hearing for 10 to 15 days from when the protective order is issued. The right time to secure a lawyer is during this period.
A protective order can have consequences such as:
The initial stages of a protective order are extremely important. Once it is in place, the damage can be very difficult to undo. We can examine all of the details of the situation and work to place you on a neutral playing field with the judge reviewing the case.
Protective orders are commonly issued by the courts in Louisiana. In 2021, 3,363 protective orders were issued, including 318 that were issued in St. Charles. That same year, there were 13,691 temporary restraining orders given throughout Louisiana.
If a protective order is already in place, we can work to make sure that you are able to participate in normal activities such as attending work and visiting with your family.
It is very important not to take matters into your own hands. Even if you think you are trying to reason with the other person, you could face serious criminal charges. Let us guide you through the legal system.
In Louisiana, a protective order can be requested by certain individuals based on their relationship to the alleged offender. Family members generally include spouses or former spouses, parents and children, stepparents and stepchildren, foster parents, and grandparents. Casual acquaintances are typically excluded from protections through these types of court orders.
Household members are people who live in River Oaks, Ormond Country Club Estates, or elsewhere in Destrehan as long as they currently or recently cohabitate with the respondent or have an intimate relationship. In a city with an average crime rate of 19.52 per 1,000 residents, accusations of abuse, threats, or psychological harm can lead to requests for a protective order.
After a protective order is requested in Louisiana, the court reviews the petition to decide whether a temporary restraining order (TRO) should be issued. A TRO may be granted ex parte for good cause, meaning the judge can issue it without notice to the other party. These cases are typically heard at St. Charles Parish Courthouse, located at 15045 River Road in nearby Hahnville.
The court may consider past history between the parties, and the alleged abuse does not have to be recent. If a TRO is issued without notice, the court must set a rule to show cause hearing within 21 days, where the petitioner must prove the allegations by a preponderance of the evidence.
If no TRO is granted, the hearing is generally set within 10 days of service on the respondent. If the hearing is continued, continuances typically may not exceed 15 days unless good cause is shown. Protective order proceedings are civil matters, and the court must advise that issuing a TRO or protective order does not automatically result in criminal charges.
Being involved in a protective order case can have immediate and lasting consequences. Louisiana protective order laws allow courts to impose restrictions that affect your housing, employment, firearms rights, and access to your children. These cases move quickly, and hearings often depend on testimony and credibility rather than physical evidence, making preparation critical. You need to hire a protective orders lawyer right away.
A protective orders lawyer can help you understand the process, review the allegations against you, and prepare a clear, organized response for court. Working with a Destrehan protective orders attorney also helps protect your long-term interests, as protective orders may influence future family law matters or background checks.
Legal guidance can make sure your rights are protected, and your position is communicated to the court based on the applicable protective order laws.
At Marino Law Firm, LLC, our attorneys are known for our ability to protect our clients’ rights and interests, often in the face of overwhelming odds. We bring more than 50 years of combined legal experience to managing these complex cases. Whether you are seeking or defending against a protection order, we can provide you with the focused legal services your case deserves.
Contact our Destrehan, Louisiana, office to schedule a consultation today.
Marino Law Firm, LLC, represents clients throughout southeast Louisiana’s river parishes. During regular business hours, call our Destrehan, Louisiana, office-toll free at 985-764-1515 with any urgent matters, including updates to an existing case. Our staff is available to take messages, schedule appointments and answer question about nonlegal matters. Contact us to arrange a consultation with an experienced Destrehan family law attorney and criminal defense lawyer.
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