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 MoreRestraining 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.
Read MoreIn 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.
Read MoreA 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 MoreChild 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?
Read MoreGenerally, you should assume that if it's part of the public record, it can be discovered.
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