Are you considering getting a Domestic Abuse Restraining Order in Wisconsin? Here are answers to some of the questions you might have or consider.
Who can file a petition for a Domestic Abuse Restraining Order?
- A spouse, parent, adult child, or other person related by blood or adoption.
- A current or former member of the household, such as a roommate or live-in nanny.
- A former spouse.
- An individual with whom the party has a child in common.
- A person with whom a party has, or has had, a dating, romantic, or intimate social relationship. This does not include other casual or business-related relationships.
- An adult guardian of an incompetent individual may file for a petitioner if the petitioner and respondent have one of the above relationships.
What is ‘Domestic Abuse’?
Domestic Abuse is defined as
- Any intentional infliction of physical pain, physical injury, or illness.
- Any intentional impairment of the petitioner’s physical condition.
- Damage to personal property.
- Sexual contact or sexual intercourse without consent.
How long can a judge or court commissioner impose a Domestic Abuse Injunction?
The injunction can be for up to 4 years, but it may be as long as 10 years if a commissioner or judge finds that there is a substantial risk of homicide or sexual assault.
For more information, and to learn what to expect for your TRO case, contact Halling & Cayo with any questions about your case.
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