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In Georgia, you can file for a restraining order to keep someone away from you and your loved ones, even if others in your household disagree. Visit your local courthouse, complete the necessary forms, and provide detailed information about your need for the order. Attend a court hearing where the judge will decide on the restraining order. A restraining order does not require domestic violence or abuse to be involved. The court will consider your individual need for protection, so clearly articulate your reasons and provide any evidence to support your case.Full Conversation
Robert Akins
Hi Robert! How can I assist you with your legal issue today?
I want to legally keep someone away from me and my girlfriend
Hi Robert! I can help with that. Are you looking to get a restraining order or protection order against this person?
Whichever one will keep this person away from my girlfriend and me and her family
It sounds like you need a protection order. In Alabama, you can file for a Protection from Abuse (PFA) order. This can help keep the person away from you, your girlfriend, and her family.
Would you like more details on how to file for a PFA?
Yes
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To file for a Protection from Abuse (PFA) order in Alabama, follow these steps:
- Visit your local courthouse.
- Fill out the necessary forms.
- Provide detailed information about the abuse or threats.
- Attend a court hearing where the judge will decide on the PFA.
Would you like more information on any of these steps?
What about a restraining order
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In Alabama, a Protection from Abuse (PFA) order serves the same purpose as a restraining order. Here's a quick comparison:
- PFA Order: Specifically for cases involving domestic violence or abuse.
- Restraining Order: More general, can apply to various situations.
Would you like more detailed information on the differences or the steps to file either?
Well there’s no domestic violence or abuse involved. I just want to legally make it to where a person cannot come around me or my girlfriend.
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In your situation, a restraining order might be more appropriate since it does not necessarily involve domestic violence or abuse. To file for a restraining order in Alabama:
- Visit your local courthouse.
- Complete the necessary forms.
- Provide detailed information about why you need the order.
- Attend a court hearing where the judge will decide on the restraining order.
Do you need help with any of these steps?
I live in Georgia
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Since you're located in Georgia, you can file for a restraining order through the following steps:
- Visit your local courthouse.
- Complete the necessary forms.
- Provide detailed information about why you need the order.
- Attend a court hearing where the judge will decide on the restraining order.
Would you like more detailed information on any of these steps?
What if I live with my girlfriend and her sister and they don’t agree with me getting a restraining order on this person
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In Georgia, you can still file for a restraining order even if your girlfriend and her sister don't agree. The court will consider your individual need for protection. It's important to clearly articulate your reasons and provide any evidence to support your case.
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