The Prevention of Domestic Violence Act
A temporary restraining order (TRO) is a civil order a judge can issue that requires an abuser to stay away from the survivor of domestic violence. The TRO can also provide other types of civil relief. You are eligible to apply for a TRO if you were subject to...
Power of Attorney: all you need to know
What is a Power of Attorney (POA)? A power of attorney is a document that allows you, the principal, to give another person, referred to as an “agent”, the ability to make financial and legal decisions on your behalf. What is the purpose? The purpose of a power of...
Requesting a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO)
You can request a TRO at any time 24 hours/day, 7 days/week If you are seeking a TRO Monday – Friday 9:00 am – 3:30 pm, then you should go to the Superior Court courthouse in the county where: you live or are staying, where the domestic violence happened, or where...