DOMESTIC VIOLENCE CIVIL PROTECTION ORDERS (DVCPOs)
Legal Protection for Victims of Domestic Violence
If you or your child is facing domestic violence, a Domestic Violence Civil Protection Order (DVCPO) can provide legal protection from an abusive individual. At Fogelman Law Firm, we assist clients in Clermont, Hamilton, Butler, Warren, and Brown Counties in securing CPOs to ensure their safety and peace of mind.
What Is a Domestic Violence Civil Protection Order (DVCPO)?
A Domestic Violence Civil Protection Order (DVCPO) is a court order designed to protect individuals from abuse, threats, or harassment. A DVCPO can:
Order the abuser to stay away from you, your home, and your workplace.
Grant temporary custody of children and establish parenting time restrictions.
Require the abuser to surrender firearms and avoid further threats or violence.
Provide emergency relief for victims needing immediate protection.
Unlike a restraining order in a criminal case, a DVCPO is a civil action that you can pursue independently of criminal charges.
Domestic Violence Civil Protection Orders (DVCPOs)
For victims of abuse by a spouse, ex-spouse, family member, or co-parent.
Can be issued on a temporary (ex parte) or full hearing basis.
Provides long-term protection, with orders lasting up to five years, with possible extensions.
Our Legal Process for Obtaining a DVCPO
We take swift and decisive action to help victims secure legal protection:
Filing for an Emergency (Ex Parte) DVCPO – We file a petition with the court to request an immediate temporary order.
Full Hearing Preparation & Representation – Within 7-10 days, the court schedules a hearing where both parties present evidence.
Advocating for a Long-Term DVCPO – If granted, a full protection order can last up to five years, with possible extensions.
Billing & Payment Structure
We provide hourly billing for civil protection order cases, ensuring comprehensive legal representation tailored to your specific situation.
Common Concerns About
Domestic Violence
Civil Protection Orders
“How fast can I get a protection order?”
➡ Courts typically grant emergency (ex parte) orders the same day the petition is filed. A full hearing follows within 7-10 days.
“What if the abuser violates the protection order?”
➡ Violating a DVCPO is a criminal offense, and the police can make an immediate arrest.
“Can a DVCPO be modified or dismissed?”
➡ Yes, under certain circumstances, either party can request modifications or termination of the order.
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