Oregon Family Law and Divorce Law Blog
Category: Restraining Orders
Understanding Divorce in Oregon: Key Facts and Legal Insights
Explore the essential facts about divorce in Oregon, including legal procedures, property division, and custody considerations. Learn how state laws impact your case.
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How long do restraining orders last in Oregon?
A restraining order issued under the Family Abuse Prevention Act is effective for two years or until it is withdrawn, amended, or superseded. This change from one year was implemented during the 2023 legislative session and is now in effect for all new or renewed FAPA orders.
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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.
Read MoreHow long does it take for a restraining order to take effect?
After a judge signs an Oregon restraining order, the protective order does not actually go into effect until the other party (the "Respondent") is served.
Read MoreOregon Child Custody: Sole vs. Joint - What's the Difference?
Child custody is one of the most contentiously and contested issues in Oregon family law cases. Misconceptions about what "custody" actually means tend to meld with advice from well-meaning friends and family and with conflicting information from web sources that might not even reflect Oregon law. What's the difference between "sole custody" and "joint custody" in Oregon?
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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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Preventing Child Relocation in Oregon: What Non-Custodial Parents Need to Know
Explore the legal avenues available to non-custodial parents in Oregon who wish to prevent their ex-spouse from relocating with their child. Understand the criteria courts consider when evaluating relocation requests and how temporary restraining orders can be utilized.
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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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Oregon's Proposed Supervision Requirement for Gun-Related Parental Abuse
House Bill 2774 aims to mandate supervised parenting time for parents accused of firearm-related abuse, reshaping Oregon's child custody landscape.
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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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