RI Family Court Restraining Order

The Rhode Island family court holds hearings for restraining orders that pertain to the following situations where Plaintiffs are seeking restraining orders against:

• a husband or wife or ex husband or ex-wife
• any biological family member or family member by marriage
• anyone with whom the Plaintiff has had children

The Rhode Island Family Court may also issue a restraining order for a Juvenile or against a Juvenile, or by a legal guardian on behalf of the juvenile against another parent.

The Rhode Island District Court handles retraining orders for Plaintiffs against former partners such as ex-boyfriends or ex-girlfriends with whom a substantial amount of time was spent in a relationship, but where no children of the parties were born.

Restraining orders issued by the RI Superior Court are intended to assist Plaintiffs with former friends, landlords, neighbors, and acquaintances.

Restraining Order vs No Contact Order

Restraining orders are often confused with what is called a "No contact order." A No Contact Order is an order that results from a criminal charge and can be applied not only by a court, but also by a police station. This order expires once a case has concluded in court provided the defendant is found ‘not guilty’.

If you need assistance with obtaining or defending against a restraining order, a RI criminal or family court attorney may be able to help. Contact John E. Macdonald at (401) 421-1440 for a free consultation or more information.


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