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THREE PART SERIES: PART ONE- WHAT IS A DOMESTIC VIOLENCE PROTECTIVE ORDER?

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You may hear a Domestic Violence Protective Order (DVPO) also referred to as a 50B Order. In order to file for a DVPO, you must have a personal relationship with the abuser. North Carolina law has specific relationship categories that meet the definition of a personal relationship. This definition is met if the parties….

  1. Are current or former spouses;
  2. Are opposite sex who have lived together or currently live together;
  3. Are current or former members of a household;
  4. Are related as parent and child, including those who act in place of a parent to the minor child. Note that a DVPO may not be obtained against a child under age 16;
  5. Have a child in common;
  6. Are of the opposite sex in a former or past dating relationship, defined as when parties are romantically involved continuously over time.

Please note that currently, North Carolina law prohibits same-sex partners who are not or have not been married or household members to file for a DVPO.

If you believe you are in a situation suitable for a DVPO, contact Rech Law to learn more about your options!

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