EMERGENCY PROTECTIVE ORDER

An Emergency Protective Order issued by a Judge can direct the abuser to:  STOP THE ABUSE VACATE THE RESIDENCE HAVE NO CONTACT OR COMMUNICATION AWARD PETITIONER (ABUSED PARTY) TEMPORARY CUSTODY RESTRAIN FROM DISPOSING OF OR DAMAGING PROPERTY OTHER ORDERS AS NEEDED TO PREVENT DOMESTIC VIOLENCE Any violations of these orders may constitute contempt of court and you should call your local police department immediately.