What is a protective order?
In Georgia, if a party is found to have committed an act of domestic or family violence, the court can enter a protective order for a period of time that restrains or enjoins that party from approaching, talking, communicating, or otherwise interacting with the other party.
What are legal remedies for domestic violence in Georgia?
In the event of an act of a domestic violence, that party can seek a temporary protective order from the court. As a preliminary matter, it can be sought on an Ex parte basis, and then thereafter on a temporary for a period of up to a year. That order can restrict and enjoin… Read More »
Can a woman be charged with domestic violence in Georgia?
Yes. In Georgia, either a man or a woman can be charged with domestic violence and subject to the sanctions of the court for committing any such act of violence, including the terms of a temporary protective order.