What Will Happen If I Cancel a Restraining Order?
A restraining order legally bars a former romantic partner or family member from contacting you. These are usually granted only when there is clear danger to the petitioner. It is possible to cancel a restraining order, also called an order of protection or protective order.
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Considerations
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If you cancel a restraining order and threats or violence resume, then you will need to get a new one to legally compel the other party to stop contacting you.
Time Frame
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Restraining orders can sometimes be canceled the same day, but some courts will set a hearing about seven days after the initial cancellation request.
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Hearing
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When you cancel a restraining order, you will usually have a hearing before a judge or magistrate. The judge will want to make sure you really want to reverse the order of protection.
Costs
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In the United States, there are usually no costs involved with getting or canceling a restraining order.
Notification
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Once the restraining order is canceled by the court, a law enforcement officer will serve the other party. This informs your family member or companion that he or she can again legally contact you.
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