2006-06-28 08:25:46 · 10 answers · asked by 29luver 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
note: why do judges often deny the requests for such orders/the requests to extend the time on those protective orders?
2006-06-28 09:57:41 · update #1
Yes. The person for whom it is issued can't own a firearm for a certain period among other restrictions.
2006-06-28 08:29:11 · answer #1 · answered by automaticmax 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Orders may be denied because the petitioner is requesting the issuing authority to restrict someones civil rights (where they can be, what they can say....) so this cant be done lightly. Additionally the petitioner also has responsibilities in not antagonizing the respondent(by asking them to come over and calling the cops when they get there), and showing up in court.
It can be harmful to the respondent for life, a court record has been created alleging that person to be dangerous to others, and it could affect potential employers decisions, ability to get gun permits.
2006-07-07 00:54:32 · answer #2 · answered by dannyl410 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, because you never know what someone will do. Having said that, let me give you a warning, they can't keep someone away from you. A restraining order is a piece of paper, get your restraining order, then get a small shotgun just in case the person being "restrained" is not afraid of the piece of paper.
2006-06-28 15:33:53 · answer #3 · answered by Grandma Susie 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends, in PA the person being served, looses hunting rights and any guns in possession. (Protection from abuse)This alone has been known to cause trouble for the person filing. If you are afraid of the person, FILE IT, better safe than sorry. Call your local sheriff, they will answer the question for you better than I or anyone else on here.
2006-06-28 15:30:54 · answer #4 · answered by Jeep Driver 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yeah, better safe than sorry. If you feel a little bit worried that someone may do something to hurt you or someone you know i would definetly get one. i had a psycho boyfriend in the past that threatend my dad he would kill him if he didnt get to see me. I was 16 at the time. And guess where he is right now. In jail. For robbery. He just never grew up i guess.
2006-07-11 17:34:51 · answer #5 · answered by melanie 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you don't issue it and the person attempts to harm you again you have nothing to save you in court but if you do serve that person and they even show up at your door you can call the police and they will show up usually right away. You HAVE to do everything you can to protect yourself. If not you then who will. Serve it!
2006-07-10 23:03:03 · answer #6 · answered by Darla K 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
oh my gosh..a few days ago here in Fayetteville, there was a report/documentary on stuff like that. But these women were abused, those orders never stopped them from being killed....please be careful if you are in a situation like that.
2006-06-28 15:29:29 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
no, if you feel threatened by someone file it, issuing one is not harmful it puts the harasser and the police on alert. it may not prevent the person harassing you from trying to contact you but if they do, do not hesitate to call the police.
2006-06-28 15:29:55 · answer #8 · answered by hell_in_a_handbasket 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No it should be requested if it is needed whether others think so or not. It's YOUR safety!
2006-07-12 13:14:51 · answer #9 · answered by Bright B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no, better safe than sorry. It's how the person feels - whether they feel safe or not - not what anyone else thinks that matters.
2006-06-28 15:28:32 · answer #10 · answered by island3girl 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋