Odds are high (75% according to the Texas Council on Family Violence) that you or someone you know has been the victim of domestic violence here in Texas. In 2006, almost one million women were the victim of physical abuse by their domestic partner and these numbers are not decreasing over time, as shown in studies done by the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence. d to the other side and lasts for two years. Enforcement of a final protective order is done through both civil and criminal methods.
In the event that you have had a domestic violence or child neglect or child abuse incident and you are concerned for your safety or your child’s safety because of your spouse or partner’s conduct, you can petitioner the courts for a protective order. A temporary ex parte protective order is available when there is a clear and present danger of family violence. Unless the ex parte order seeks to remove the opposing party from the home, no court notice or hearing is required prior to issuance. An ex parte protective order lasts for 20 days and is generally enforceable under civil methods. A final protective order is available when the court finds that family violence occurred and is likely to occur in the future. Notice and hearing is required to be provided to the other side and lasts for two years. Enforcement of a final protective order is done through both civil and criminal methods.