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HB 1890 Preliminary protective orders in cases of family abuse & stalking.

Introduced by: H. Morgan Griffith | all patrons    ...    notes | add to my profiles

SUMMARY AS PASSED: (all summaries)

Preliminary protective orders in cases of family abuse and stalking. Provides that, upon motion of the respondent and for good cause shown, the court may continue the hearing for a determination on the issuance of a permanent protective order. Current law requires that the hearing be held within 15 days of the issuance of the preliminary order and provides no opportunity for a continuance.


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