How Do I Get a Restraining Order in Omaha, Nebraska?
In Nebraska, a restraining order is typically filed as a temporary measure as part of divorce proceedings. A restraining order is different from a protection order.
A protection order can be filed if a person is being harassed by, or fears, another person. These orders are usually implemented to help victims of domestic violence and other violent crimes.
Specifics regarding restraining orders vary from state to state. However, a lawyer is usually required to help you draft the paperwork to file the restraining order application.
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Choose an attorney. In Omaha, Nebraska, an attorney is required to file the application for a restraining order. Since restraining orders are used in cases of divorce, you may have already retained an attorney to handle that matter. Your attorney can give you advice and help draft the application for the restraining order.
During a divorce, you may also want to file a protection order to protect yourself if the other party incurs debt, sells joint property, gives away marital assets or leaves the state without permission.
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Meet with your attorney to discuss filing the restraining order application. Prepare a list of questions you may have ahead of your appointment.
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Fill out all the appropriate personal information with the attorney, including contact information for both of the divorcing parties.
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Fill out the rest of the restraining order application with your attorney. Once the application is filed with the civil court clerk's office, the restraining order will be granted as quickly as possible. In the event that the police are called for a violation of the restraining order, you will be advised to contact your attorney and file for "contempt of court" against the offender.
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