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f you believe you are a victim of a domestic violence act or wrongly accused of domestic violence, you should seek help immediately as this is a serious and urgent matter. In New Jersey, domestic violence includes alleged abuse that can be physical, sexual, emotional or psychological and can also include threats.

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Domestic Violence Case

Domestic violence in New Jersey may be experienced through spousal abuse, child abuse or take on other forms with other household members or domestic partners. If you are experiencing any sort of abuse or accused of alleged abuse, you should call for help immediately. The Law Offices of Joanna D. Brick, Esq. has experienced success with many domestic violence restraining order cases and will make sure you, your family and children are safe from further violence or protected from false abuse. Obtaining and defending a restraining order can be a scary idea or situation but we will provide safety in hopes to comfort any fears you may have.

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A Restraining Order Can Save Your Life

Domestic violence in New Jersey ranges from verbal spousal abuse to physical child abuse. If you are suspect of or are a victim of domestic violence, it is imperative that you request assistance as soon as possible. Our attorneys will work promptly to protect you and your children while ensuring you case is seen and heard by the courts as quickly as possible. We are here to assist you obtain a restraining order against your abuser so you can live in your home peacefully without fear of the abuser re-entering your life. If you have reported a domestic violence case in the past, but did not obtain a restraining order and believe you need one, please contact our offices as we can help you through this process.

Domestic Violence Goes Beyond Physical Abuse

By obtaining a restraining order, you will be taking the first step towards yours and your family’s safety. Located in Northern New Jersey, Joanna D. Brick, Esq. is available to anyone seeking legal counseling for their domestic violence case, and can help you obtain a restraining order as quickly as possible. We are extremely professional and will always be respectful and discreet with your case. We understand the complexity of the situation and remain sensitive to your needs and your child’s or children’s needs.

Rid Yourself Of Domestic Violence Today

The Law Offices of Joanna D. Brick Esq. are highly experienced in domestic violence cases and obtaining and defending restraining orders for our clients. We offer quality, personalized, and professional legal services out of our central office in Fair Lawn, New Jersey. We service Northern and Central New Jersey including Bergen, Essex, Morris, Union, Somerset and Middlesex Counties. Call our law firm immediately if you believe you are the victim of domestic violence and need to obtain a restraining order in NJ.

 

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We represent and mediate for clients of all asset levels, including high net worth individuals. To learn more about how we can help you, call the Brick Law, LLC, in Bergen County, New Jersey, at 201-254-0881

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about domestic violence – restraining orders in New Jersey, answered by Brick Law, LLC.

How do I get a restraining order in New Jersey?

Apply at the Family Division of the Superior Court in your county, or at your local police department when the court is closed. If a judge finds an act of domestic violence and a need for protection, a Temporary Restraining Order can be issued the same day.

What is the difference between a TRO and an FRO?

A Temporary Restraining Order is emergency and short-term, granted without the other party present. A Final Restraining Order is entered after a hearing where both sides testify, normally scheduled within ten days. In New Jersey a Final Restraining Order does not expire.

What must be proven at a final restraining order hearing?

Under Silver v. Silver the court must find that a predicate act of domestic violence occurred, and that a restraining order is necessary to protect the victim from immediate danger or further abuse. Both parts must be established by a preponderance of the evidence.

What does a Final Restraining Order do?

It bars contact and communication, can remove the defendant from a shared home, and may address temporary custody, parenting time and support. It also results in fingerprinting, entry in a statewide domestic violence registry, and a prohibition on possessing firearms.

What if I have been falsely accused?

Take it seriously and prepare thoroughly. A Final Restraining Order in New Jersey is permanent, restricts firearm rights and appears on record checks. The hearing is the one opportunity to present messages, call logs, witnesses and context, and an unprepared defendant is at a significant disadvantage.

Can a restraining order be dismissed?

A plaintiff may ask the court to dissolve one, and the judge will examine whether the request is genuinely voluntary. A defendant may apply under Carfagno v. Carfagno, which weighs the victim’s consent, any continuing fear, the defendant’s conduct since, and the passage of time.

Have a question that is not answered here? Contact Brick Law, LLC or call (201) 254-0881 to speak with a Bergen County family law attorney.

This information is general and about New Jersey law. It is not legal advice and does not create an attorney-client relationship. Every case turns on its own facts.

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