![]() ![]() To file a motion to dismiss or quash an Order of Protection, you must go to one of the Law Library Resource Center locations to complete a motion. Only a judge can dismiss or quash an Order of Protection. The court usually will not divide property at the hearing, other than the return of personal items. A plaintiff may request that an Order of Protection be dismissed or quashed at any time during the term of the order. ![]() If you have concerns about your children’s safety, you should come to court with an alternate plan for visitation. It is likely that the court will give visitation rights to the Respondent if you are married. If you have children under age 18 and are asking for child support, also bring any available information you have about the abuser’s income (for example, a pay stub or last year’s tax returns), as well as for spousal support. ![]() Medical or hospital records related to your abuseįormal clothes to wear-you should wear your best clothes for court, and do not wear shorts, tank tops, or flip flops Pictures of any visible injuries, having taken pictures when you have had visible injuries inflicted by your abuser- these give the court evidence to back up your side of the story (preferably print these pictures out in color) Police reports, having reported any domestic abuse incident to your local law enforcement as soon as possible and then having gotten a copy of the police report-this is important because it backs up what you are saying and makes an official record of the abuse Witnesses who have seen violence or heard threats made by your abuser You need to bring any witnesses or documents that support what you will say. You need to be prepared to tell the court everything that has happened and why you need protection. ![]()
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