A restraining order, which in Michigan is technically known as a Personal Protection Order (PPO), is put in place to protect victims of domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. The PPO prevents people accused of domestic violence from taking…
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Under Michigan law, domestic violence is an assault or an assault and battery against someone with whom you have or had a domestic relationship. This includes a spouse, former spouse, someone you are dating or used to date, a person with whom you sha…
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Domestic violence charges are a serious criminal matter. And if you have been charged with domestic violence, there is a good chance that you are facing other criminal charges, as well. In addition, allegations of domestic violence are often accompan…
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Allegations of domestic violence can bring feelings of frustration, anger, and betrayal. They are also often accompanied by fear—of the unknown, and of what might happen next. But what is domestic violence in Michigan? Even if you believe the charg…
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A Personal Protection Order (PPO), also known as a restraining order, is a court order that is put in place to protect people who are victims of domestic violence, dating violence, or stalking. Personal Protection Orders are a type of injunction that…
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