Protective Order Modification Steps

Summary

In Indiana, if a protective order states no contact with child, you should not contact your child. Violating the order can lead to legal consequences. To modify the order, file a petition at the court where it was issued, attend a court hearing, and present your case.

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- In Indiana, violating a protective order can lead to arrest and criminal charges.
- You can seek a modification of the protective order through the court to clarify the terms, including contact with your child.
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To initiate the process of modifying a protective order in Indiana:
- File a petition to modify the protective order at the court where it was issued.
- Attend a court hearing where you can present your case.
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To file a petition to modify the protective order in Indiana:
- Draft the Petition: Explain why you seek modification and how circumstances have changed.
- File the Petition: Submit it to the court that issued the original order.
- Attend the Hearing: Provide evidence and arguments to support your case.
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