Charlotte Criminal Lawyer Blog
A person involved in a domestic relationship may experience an instance of violence. If the person is hurt by a spouse, domestic partner, or family member, they may request a protective order. A domestic violence protective order, DVPO, is a court order that protects a victim by keeping a potentially dangerous person away.
Basics of a Domestic Violence Protective Order
A domestic violence protective order is also called a 50B order. A victim of domestic abuse may file for a protective order against someone to keep them from harming or threatening harm.