Can I Get a Restraining Order to Keep Visitors From My Home?
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As an owner of the home, the husband may invite guests to the property. A restraining order may be issued to a person who is a victim of harassment. A restraining order is a court document that is an order signed by a judge. Typically, civil court orders are not published in newspapers, but violations of criminal restraining orders will become part of one's legal record. The restraining order may expire by statute or remain in effect until vacated by the court. The order may or may not be issued ex parte, or without both parties to the order present. In certain cases, a judge may require testimony by both sides before issuing a restraining order.
A hearing is typically held in which the person requesting the restraining order must prove their need for the order by the greater weight of the evidence. The person sought to be restrained (defendant) may present evidence to counter the allegations made. A motion may also be made to modify the terms of a restraining order that has been issued. I suggest contacting a local attorney who can review all of the facts and documents involved.