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This blog post delves into the legal process of obtaining a Stalking Protective Order (SPO) in Oregon. It explains what constitutes stalking behavior, who can obtain an SPO, and how to go about filing for one. The post emphasizes the importance of consulting with an experienced Oregon stalking attorney to navigate this complex and sensitive issue.
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Oregon law has specific requirements to have a Stalking Protective Order (SPO) granted by the court. Fundamentally, you or a member of your immediate family (or household) must have been contacted by a person more than once in the past two years with specific requirements about the behavior
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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.
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An Oregon restraining order lasts for one year from the date the judge initially signs it.
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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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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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The Family Abuse Prevention Act (FAPA) provides for a means to have the court issue an order of protection against abuse for certain parties.
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