Criminal Defense Attorney Domenic Lombardo Discusses Protective Orders
Avoid protective orders by working with an experienced attorney. Whatever species of protective order is in place against you, you should understand can be severely disruptive. You may be zoned away from your house, away from your children. You may not be able to use your car. You might not be able to frequent your place of employment, particularly if the complaining witness works there. So, having an experienced attorney that understands the nuances of protective orders and how to avoid the serious consequences associated with protective orders is extremely important.
A free and confidential consultation with Mr. Lombardo is available upon request at (619) 232-5122.
The Many Types of San Diego Restraining Orders
Restraining orders can have a devastating effect on a person, especially one facing criminal charges in a domestic violence related matter. There are several types of restraining orders, “emergency protective orders,” “temporary restraining orders,” “court protective orders,” “domestic violence restraining orders,” and “civil protective (harassment) orders.” The orders seek to enjoin future conduct and cannot be granted solely to punish past acts. A court may order a person restrained for up to three years, and renew the order before the expiration of the three years period upon a showing of good cause.
Served with an Order? Get Help Fast
The process for obtaining each type of order is different but there is one constant in defending these matters: Do not delay in obtaining legal advice from an experienced San Diego restraining order attorney if you are served with a restraining order. There are strict filing deadlines that a respondent must comply with, and in order to mount an effective defense your lawyer must have as much time as possible to interview you, obtain declarations, and gather other evidence. A criminal defense lawyer is especially helpful in defending a restraining order matter as there is often an overlap between the civil restraining proceeding and the criminal courts.
The Law Office of Domenic J. Lombardo primarily defends against all types of restraining orders, but on occasion we will undertake representation to obtain a civil order in order to protect a client against harassment from other persons, such as ex-partners, other families or hostile neighbors, or those who falsely accuse our clients of crimes. In these situations, the best defense may be a great offense.
More About California Restraining Orders and Related Topics
For more information about restraining orders and related topics, the following resources are available:
- What to Do If Victim Wants to Drop a No Contact Order in California
- Can I Contest a Request for a Protective Order in California?
- Objecting to a Restraining Order in California
Get Help from an Experienced San Diego Restraining Order Attorney
For immediate help, contact Domenic J. Lombardo, an experienced San Diego restraining order attorney. Mr. Lombardo provides a free and confidential consultation in cases involving restraining orders in San Diego, Chula Vista, Coronado, Point Loma, Ocean Beach, Pacific Beach, La Jolla, University City, Kearney Mesa, North Park, Hillcrest, National City, Imperial Beach, San Ysidro, Lemon Grove, El Cajon, La Mesa, Spring Valley, La Presa, Lakeside, Santee, Poway, Escondido, San Marcos, Rancho Santa Fe, Encinitas, Del Mar, Solana Beach, Carlsbad, Oceanside, Vista, Fallbrook and throughout San Diego County and the state of California.