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Domestic abuse protective orders were strengthened in 2021, and are a vital tool in ensuring that abusers do not get away with their behaviour.
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In Glasgow, domestic abuse cases are taken very seriously, with various protective orders available to ensure the safety of victims. Family law solicitors play a crucial role in representing clients seeking these protective measures. One common form of protection is a non-harassment order, designed to prevent an abuser’s behaviour towards the protected person. This order can be granted for up to five years by the sheriff court, aiming to stop contact and harassment.
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Another important measure is the exclusion order, which can remove the abuser from the family home, ensuring the victim retains their occupancy rights. Protective orders can take several forms, such as a non-molestation order or a protection order, and can be crucial in cases where children are involved.
Our family team can assist clients through the process of obtaining these orders, providing evidence of abuse and representing you in court. We’ll be there to support and guide you through the entire process.
Sheriff courts in Scotland have the power to grant these orders, ensuring that the safety and well-being of victims are prioritised. Protective orders are an essential tool in preventing further harm, allowing victims to rebuild their lives without fear and further violence. The police and courts work together to enforce these orders, ensuring that the abuser’s illegal behaviour is effectively dealt with, providing a safer environment for the victims and their families.
If you are experiencing abuse, you may want to discuss your options with one of our highly trained and compassionate domestic abuse lawyers. They will approach your case with care and compassion.
This can be obtained as long as:
This can ban the abuser from your home, rather than requiring the victim to leave their home to escape abuse.
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If children have witnessed or experienced abuse at home, you may need to contact a specialist child abuse lawyer.
Our team can support you and your children while we help to put a domestic abuse protective order in place. The family law department at Jones Whyte offers everyone a safe and non-judgmental space to best help you with your case.
Breaching a protective order can result in imprisonment.
Contact Jones Whyte today to discuss protective orders and other options, if you have experienced domestic abuse. You can contact the family law team via email or phone and your case will be dealt with, with the utmost confidentiality.
Our sympathetic team of family law solicitors and divorce solicitors will assess your circumstances and provide guidance to ensure that you take the best course of action to resolve the situation.
Meet the family law expertsSeveral protective orders are available, including non-harassment orders, which can last up to five years, and exclusion orders, which remove the abuser from the family home. Seeking advice from family law solicitors can help determine which protective measure is most suitable for your situation, ensuring your safety and the wellbeing of your children.
Yes, engaging a solicitor is essential for support during this process. They guide you with care and compassion, ensure you understand your options, and, if necessary, represent you in court. Highly trained domestic abuse lawyers handle cases confidentially and help to implement protective orders while supporting you and your children. If you are experiencing abuse, contact a solicitor immediately to discuss available protective measures.
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