The person violated the protection order

More domestic violence and protection orders situations

• There are threats and control but no physical injury You can seek safety help without a visible injury. Eligibility for a legal order requires local assessment of the conduct and circumstances.
• I need help even though my relationship does not fit stereotypes Seek safety support regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, income, or relationship label.
• There are weapons or threats of lethal violence Treat imminent threats as an emergency. Tell responders and advocates about weapons and specific threats.
• We work together or attend the same school A safety plan may need workplace or school measures in addition to a court order.
• Abuse is affecting my immigration documents or status Seek qualified immigration and survivor assistance; an abusive person does not determine your legal options.
• I want help but do not want to make a police report Advocacy and some civil remedies can be available independently of a criminal report.
• Someone is repeatedly following or contacting me Repeated unwanted conduct can require a safety plan and assessment for stalking or other protection.
• I want to withdraw or change a protection order Ask the issuing court about the required process. An order is not changed merely because the parties agree.

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