Domestic Violence

Austin Protective Orders & Domestic Violence Lawyer

Texas Temporary and Permanent Protective Orders

Victims of domestic violence can seek a protective order after an act of family violence if they feel threatened that family violence is likely to occur again in the future. Protective orders prevent an abuser from having contact with all persons seeking protection under the protective order. Victims can seek an temporary ex-parte protective order immediately by having an attorney present evidence to a judge. The judge may grant the temporary ex-parte protective order, and then set a hearing to determine whether a protective order should be extended.

When a judge issues a protective order, it will specify a period of up to two years that the respondent must abide by the terms of the protective order. The protective order can prohibit the respondent from having contact with the victim, including ordering the abuser to move out of a shared home. The abuser may be restricted in other ways as well. The Law Office of Ryan S. Dougay can assist you to obtain a protective order.

Your Safety First

If a spouse or intimate partner subjects you to harassment, physical abuse, sexual abuse, or other domestic violence, you have the right to make it stop. First, we advise you to find a safe place for you and your children. Then, you should contact the police, if necessary, and contact The Law Office of Ryan S. Dougay for help to obtain a protective order.

Falsely Accused of Domestic Violence

False accusations of domestic violence are very common and can result in criminal charges. Travis county has even established a court with special prosecutors whose sole job is to prosecute and try domestic assault cases. Effective September 1, 2009 new laws went into place that make many domestic assaults felonies that could send a person to prison. It is very important for a person charged with domestic violence to contact a lawyer experienced in domestic violence as soon as possible.

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The Law Office of Ryan S. Dougay serves people in Austin, and the surrounding parts of Central Texas, including Round Rock, Georgetown, Pflugerville, Cedar Park, Leander, Westlake, Lakeway, Rolling Hills, Kyle, Buda, Elgin, Manor, Bastrop, New Braunfels and all cities within Travis County, Williamson County, Hayes County, Bastrop County and Caldwell County.