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How do I get an Order of Protection? |
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Friday, 10 June 2005 |
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An order of protection can be obtained from the Circuit Court
Clerk or from Chancery Court. Elinor Foster is our Circuit Court Clerk
and her phone number is 931-359-0536. You can also obtain one from
Chancery Court. Their phone number is 931-359-2181. Please feel free to
call them with any questions you may have.
A restraining order differs from an injunction in that it can be
granted immediately, without a hearing and without any notice to the
opposing party. Restraining orders are temporary; they are intended to
last only until a hearing can take place. If a restraining order is
violated, call 9-1-1 and report the situation. The violating party can
be arrested immediately and taken into custody.
To obtain a restraining order, go to .....
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Last Updated ( Monday, 03 October 2005 )
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