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What is a Protective Order?

(Va. Code § 16.1-279.1)

Note: Virginia law related to Protective Orders and Family Abuse is complex and subject to change. This information is only a guide. For up-to-date information, contact a lawyer or your local domestic violence program. Remember, domestic violence advocates can provide information and support, not legal advice.

This is a picture of a gold ball. Who is eligible to seek a Protective Order?
 This is a picture of a gold ball. Protective Orders in cases if stalking
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 This is a picture of a gold ball. If your Protective Order is violated

A Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court Judge may issue an Order of Protection to help keep a victim of family abuse safe from further acts of violence. A “permanent” protective order (which can last for up to two years) will only be issued after a full hearing before the Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court.

For more information call 800.838.8238 or email Hotline@vsdvalliance.org. E-mail is not a secure form of communication. To ensure confidentiality please call the Family Violence & Sexual Assault Hotline at 800.838.8238 (V/TTY).