AB 164 Expands the Scope of Persons Prohibited from Owning or Purchasing a Firearm
AB 164 Expands the Scope of Persons Prohibited from Owning or Purchasing a Firearm Under existing law, a person who purchases or receives a firearm attempts to purchase or receive a firearm or owns or possesses a firearm knowing that the person is prohibited from doing so by a temporary restraining order, an injunction, or protective order, as specified, is guilty of a crime. Changes Under Assembly Bill No. 164…
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Don’t Let a Domestic Violence Restraining Order Ruin Your Career
Don’t Let a Domestic Violence Restraining Order Ruin Your Career Recently, a client came to Wallin & Klarich after he was falsely accused of domestic violence and had a request for a Domestic Violence Restraining Order (DVRO) filed against him. A temporary restraining order was granted against him, and he did not know where to turn. He knew that if a permanent restraining order were to be granted, it would ruin his…
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Can You Violate a Restraining Order Through Social Media? (PC 273.6)
Can You Violate a Restraining Order Through Social Media? (PC 273.6) Restraining orders are court-issued mandates 09designed to protect people from physical abuse, harassment and/or stalking. If a restraining order is issued against you, it likely requires you to stay away from and not make contact with the protected person. Violating a restraining order could lead to serious criminal penalties, including jail time and expensive fines. Having a “no contact”…
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I Violated My Restraining Order. What Consequences Do I Face? (PC 273.6)
I Violated My Restraining Order. What Consequences Do I Face? (PC 273.6) If a restraining order is issued against you by the court, it means that you are required to stay away from and to not make contact with the protected individual. There may be additional requirements spelled out in the protective order. Failing to comply with any of the terms of your restraining order could lead to serious penalties,…
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What Happens to Your Gun if a Restraining Order is Filed Against You?
What Happens to Your Gun if a Restraining Order is Filed Against You? If a court issues a restraining order against you, many of your rights will be restricted. One of those rights is your right to keep and bear arms. If you own a gun and a restraining order is issued against you, you must either: Sell the gun to a licensed gun dealer Store the gun with a…
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How a Restraining Order Can Affect You
How a Restraining Order Can Affect You Many people have heard of a restraining order, but do not know what it really means to have one granted against them. At its basic level, a restraining order (also known as a protective order) is a court order requiring you to stay away from another person. If a restraining order is entered against you, this means you must maintain a minimum physical…
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