Frisco Domestic Violence Lawyer
Plano Restraining Order Attorney
A woman is killed every 2.3 weeks in the Dallas-Ft. Worth area as a result of domestic violence. If you are being victimized by a spouse, ex-spouse or someone you were casually dating, you can apply for a protective order to stop the family violence.
Hitting, stalking and emotional abuse are considered domestic violence, and are criminal behaviors in the eyes of the law. When you have had enough, the Law Offices of Linda Risinger is ready to help get restraining orders or a protective order to keep the abuser away from you and your children.
We encourage you to e-mail us or call us at 972-377-0096 to schedule an initial consultation with an experienced family law and domestic violence attorney.
Domestic violence is largely about control. Attorney Linda N. Risinger can help you get the protection of the law on your side:
Ex parte protective order: An emergency protective order good for 21 days, which can be extended.
Protective order: An order issued by a civil court to prevent family violence. A protective order may also include provisions to make the abuser leave the family home, establish a visitation schedule, or order temporary spousal and child support.
Restraining order: Another name for a protective order.
Judges and prosecutors take domestic violence and protective orders very seriously. The abuser is not allowed to harass you or make threats to the victim, either directly or through another person.
If an abuser is ordered to stay 100 yards away from your children's school, the abuser must stay away or face arrest. He or she may be charged with a Class A misdemeanor or felony, depending on the severity of the violation.
We also provide counsel to the parents of a minor child who is involved in an abusive dating relationship. You do not need to be married or have been married to your abuser in order to get a protective order.
You and your children deserve to be safe in the family home. Many women do not know that they may lose custody of their children if they continue to reside with an abusive spouse. We can help you connect with community resources, and help you file for divorce and alimony if you are ready to begin the process.
Call us at 972-377-0096 or send us an e-mail to set up a free consultation with a trusted lawyer at our family law firm defending victims of domestic violence.
