Peace Orders &
Protective Orders
Colbert Law Firm LLC has represented clients who are victims of domestic violence. If you are dealing with a domestic violence legal matter, we can help you obtain a protective order or peace order to protect yourself and your family against an aggressor. Have you been threatened, harassed or assaulted by spouse, domestic partner or friend, if so we will fight to ensure your protection against the perpetrator. With more than a decade of experience in handling protective orders and peace orders, we can help!
Colbert Law Firm LLC has also represented clients who have been falsely charged with domestic violence. If you are dealing with a domestic violence legal matter, you probably wish the whole thing would disappear and that it had never happened. One occurrence is all that is required for law enforcement to become involved. Once this happens, restraining orders and being unable to come home to see your loved ones are typical results from an alleged domestic abuse incident. Our firm will work with you to get the restraining orders removed and help you get back together with your family.
Protective Order and Peace Order cases are complicated and require thorough investigation and interviewing of witnesses and trial preparation. If you have been served with a Protective Order, Violation of a Protective order or a Peace Order, we will evaluate the evidence and thoroughly prepare your case. If we are unable to get the charges dropped, our domestic violence lawyer will work closely to get the most favorable resolution possible so that you can move on with your life. Contact our office by phone at (301) 576-6200.
If you have been arrested for or charged with a violation of a protective order, please contact our office by phone at (301) 576-6200 or e-mail so that we can discuss what options are available to you and how we can help you protect your legal rights.
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FAQs
What are Peace and Protective Orders?
Peace and Protective Orders are civil orders issued by a judge that order one person to refrain from committing certain acts against others.
What is the difference?
Peace and Protective Orders are civil orders issued by a judge that order one person to refrain from committing certain acts against others. The relationship between the respondent (person alleged to have committed the prohibited act) and the petitioner (person seeking protection) determines the Petition to be filed. Protective Orders generally apply to people in domestic relationships. Peace Orders apply to other persons.
Do you know your rights?
Schedule a consultation to speak with Attorney Janelle Ryan-Colbert regarding your Peace Order or Protective Order today.