Protective Order Violation Details

Summary

A violation of a full no contact protective order in Connecticut includes direct or indirect contact, coming within a certain distance, entering specific places, harassment, and possessing a firearm. Harassment involves repeated annoying contact, threats, false statements, and non-consensual communication. Intimidating gestures can also be violations. If police dont act, escalate the issue to the Connecticut States Attorneys Office or seek legal advice.

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Protective Order Question
Hello ****, could you please provide more details about your situation? Are you seeking to obtain a protective order, or is there an existing order you have questions about?
Existing order i have questions about
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What is considered a violation of a full no contact protective order?
In Connecticut, a violation of a full no contact protective order can include:
- Direct or indirect contact with the protected person
- Coming within a certain distance of the protected person
- Entering the protected person's residence, school, or workplace
- Harassing or threatening the protected person
- Possessing a firearm while the order is in effect.
What is considered harrassment?
In Connecticut, harassment can be defined as:
- Repeatedly contacting someone in a way that annoys or alarms them
- Threatening to inflict injury or physical harm
- Making false statements about someone to damage their reputation
- Non-consensual communication after being asked to stop.
What if this person made a gesture in person to intimidate me?
In Connecticut, intimidating behavior can be considered a violation of a protective order. If you feel threatened, you should report it to the police immediately. They can determine if the gesture constitutes a violation.
What if the police didn't do anything about it?
If you feel the police didn't take appropriate action, you can escalate the issue. You may contact the Connecticut State's Attorney's Office or seek legal advice from a lawyer.

Connecticut State's Attorney's Office


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