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If you’re trying to leave an abusive situation or protect someone vulnerable in your family, a protective order can be a powerful tool to help you stay safe.
Protective orders, sometimes called restraining orders, are legal documents from a court that tell someone to stay away from you and stop contacting you.
If the other person doesn’t follow the protective order, you can call the police for help.
Getting a Protective Order in Oregon
Oregon has five types of protective orders. The one you'll need depends on your situation.
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Family Abuse Restraining Order: These help people who are being hurt by a romantic partner or family member.
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Elderly Persons and Persons with Disabilities Abuse Restraining Order: These protect people age 65 and older or people with disabilities from physical, sexual, verbal, or financial abuse.
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Stalking Protection Orders: These are for people in danger because someone won’t leave them alone.
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Extreme Risk Protection Orders: Also known as a “red flag order.” These are for when you have “good reasons” to think a family member, romantic partner, or roommate is going to attempt suicide or hurt someone else.
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Sexual Abuse Protection Order: These are to protect adults who were sexually abused by someone they had not previously had a sexual or romantic relationship with. They may also be available to protect minors who were sexually abused by a family member or romantic partner.
Keeping Your Kids Safe in Divorce and Custody Cases
If you're in a divorce or custody situation where you are worried about the safety of your children, it's a good idea to create a safety-focused parenting plan.
When Someone Gets a Restraining Order Against You
Free information from Oregon Law Help:
What to Do When Someone Gets a Restraining Order Against You