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What is an Oregon Restraining Order? | Best Oregonfamily law and divorce Lawyers

  What is an Oregon Restraining Order?

An Oregon Restraining Order, sometimes called a "FAPA order" (or Family Abuse Prevention Act) restraining order is a civil order that protects from abuse or injury from a family or member of a household.

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Do restraining orders carry over from state to state? | Best Oregonfamily law and divorce Lawyers

  Do restraining orders carry over from state to state?

Restraining orders, also sometimes called "FAPA orders" or "protective orders" in Oregon, can be received in any state. However, they can still be enforced when you or the protected person are located in another state. A restraining order issued against you in Oregon is still valid in other states, and you must follow the terms.

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Do restraining orders show up on a background check? | Best-Rated Oregonfamily law and divorce Attorneys

  Do restraining orders show up on a background check?

Generally, you should assume that if it's part of the public record, it can be discovered.

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Supporting Children When Their Parent Has Married an Alcoholic Stepparent | Best-Rated Oregonfamily law and divorce Attorneys

  Supporting Children When Their Parent Has Married an Alcoholic Stepparent

Blended families can be challenging, but navigating the complexities of having an alcoholic stepparent can be even more difficult. In this blog post from Pacific Family Law Firm, readers will learn about the impact of an alcoholic stepparent on children and tips for supporting them. The post also discusses legal considerations and support for families in Portland, Oregon, and surrounding areas.

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What does it mean that a restraining order is "civil"? | Best Oregonfamily law and divorce Attorneys

  What does it mean that a restraining order is "civil"?

A restraining order is not seeking jail time, and getting one does not create a crime. However, if a person violates the civil restraining order, they may be sent to jail for the violation.

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What is Oregon criminal law? | Best Oregonfamily law and divorce Lawyers

  What is Oregon criminal law?

In Oregon, “criminal law” refers to the system that addresses cases that involve violations of criminal law. This includes crimes like burglary, assault, murder, DUII, and other crimes.

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Is it necessary to hire a lawyer for my stalking order case? | Best-Rated Oregonfamily law and divorce Lawyers

  Is it necessary to hire a lawyer for my stalking order case?

Oregon stalking orders have significant consequences, so having an experienced Oregon stalking order lawyer help you is almost certainly in your best interest.

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Is it necessary to hire a lawyer for my Oregon restraining order case? | Best-Rated Oregonfamily law and divorce Attorneys

  Is it necessary to hire a lawyer for my Oregon restraining order case?

When it comes to obtaining a restraining order, do you need a lawyer? While it's not required, representing yourself in a hearing may not be the best idea. A trained attorney can help you navigate the rules of procedure and evidence, ensuring that you present the correct information and avoid adverse rulings. Read on to learn more about why hiring an experienced Oregon restraining order lawyer is often in your best interest.

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What qualifies as domestic abuse in Oregon? | Best-Rated Oregonfamily law and divorce Lawyers

  What qualifies as domestic abuse in Oregon?

"Domestic abuse" is defined by Oregon law. Generally, the law states that it is abuse when a family or household member takes certain actions.

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  What is Oregon Family Law?

“Oregon Family law” is an umbrella term that refers to the practice of law that involves common domestic and family issues. While it is often associated with Oregon divorce, "family law" covers far more.

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