TRO in NJ and what NOT to do

Domestic Violence charges in New Jersey carry serious consequences. When a DV charge is filed, a temporary restraining order will be granted for a ten day period. After that point a Judge will decide if a permanent order should be made. Additionally, criminal charges may be brought regardless of the outcome of the original civil complaint (TRO). Judges in Jersey City, Hackensack and Newark take these cases quite seriously and they should because it is a serious matter. 
Often, the couple in question tries to work things out while the cases are still pending but extreme caution must be made as attempts by the significant other may just serve as bait in order to give you more problems than you are already facing. If the order says "do not contact the other party" DO NOT CALL them. If the other party calls you or tries to call you, keep detailed records to prove that you were not the party trying to reach out. If the order says "keep away for a certain distance" KEEP AWAY. Contact your lawyer who will demand the civil complaint is dismissed.  While the criminal charges are not in the control of the party that brought the TRO action, having the TRO action dismissed is very important. A TRO can affect your visitation rights, child custody and other factors of your life.

If you are facing a domestic violence charge, contact the Artusa Law Firm today.