Understanding Protective Orders During Divorce or Paternity
Hello, my name is Dillan Savage of Wirth Law Office – Oklahoma City. Today we are going to be discussing whether or not you can file a protective order against your significant other or ex-significant other while dealing with a paternity or a divorce.
Simply put, the answer is yes, you can file a protective order while going through a divorce or a paternity lawsuit. The purpose of a protective order is to prevent you from being stalked, intimidated, or from harm being done to you, so going through a paternity or divorce is not going to prevent that.
Filing a Protective Order: Key Considerations
In fact, once you file a protective order, if it is granted, you can actually combine your paternity and divorce with that protective order case. However, it’s important to note that the instances of intimidation, threats of harm, or stalking should be recent for the court to take them seriously.
For example, if these threats of harm occurred to you a year or a year and a half ago, that’s simply just not going to cut it for the court in most cases. To strengthen your case, you will want to act quickly after an event occurs.
Taking Action Against Threats
If you get a threat, if you’re being stalked, or if you’re being harassed, you want to relay that information to your attorney as soon as possible or to get that protective order filed without delay. Just because you are going through a divorce or paternity suit does not mean that you are not protected through the court system.
It’s crucial to understand that you have the right to seek protection even amidst ongoing legal matters. Filing a protective order is an important step to ensure your safety and well-being during a challenging time.
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If you believe that this video was helpful or if you need assistance navigating these complex issues, please reach out for a low-cost consultation. Contact Oklahoma City attorney, Dillan Savage at 405-888-5400 to discuss your needs and how we can help you protect your rights.
