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Restraining Order Cases

Temporary restraining orders are filed quickly and are often followed by full-blown hearings on permanent orders. If you are the subject of a restraining order, take swift action by contacting our law firm now.

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A restraining order is a protective court order that makes it unlawful for the individual served, or the individual named as the aggressor, to have any form of communication, contact, or surveillance of the protected party named in the restraining order. If a restraining order has been filed against you, turn to The Law Office of Thomas C. Thomasian, Esq for effective legal counsel and representation. Our restraining order attorney can serve as your powerful voice, tenaciously pursuing the most favorable case outcome possible on your behalf. Temporary restraining orders can happen rapidly and are often followed by a hearing on a permanent order. Due to the serious and time sensitive nature of your case, we advise you to secure the assistance of our attorney as soon as possible. Refuting accusations requires admissible evidence, relevant arguments and a thorough understanding of the laws surrounding your case.

Having a skilled criminal law attorney on your side can greatly increase your chances of success.

What to Do If Someone Filed For A Restraining Order

Take the proper steps to deal with the prospect of having a restraining order issued against you. First and foremost, we advise you to obey the rules of the temporary restraining order. Even if you feel you have a strong, valid defense that may enable you to defeat attempts to turn the temporary order into a permanent one, you need to take precautions to ensure the order is obeyed. Second, get in touch with a highly skilled attorney and begin preparing for the permanent order hearing.

  • Obey the temporary restraining order.
  • Secure Legal Representation.
  • Gather Relevant Physical Evidence.
  • Assemble Record & Documents
  • Create A List Of Possible Witnesses
  • Invoke Your Right To Remain Silent

  • Tell Your Side of the Story

    Hire a Strong Lawyer

    By hiring a criminal defense attorney, you can make sure that your side of the story is told and that your legal rights are fully protected.

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  • How will this affect my life?

  • How serious
    is this?

  • I can't afford
    violation fines

  • Is this going on my
    criminal record?

  • Can you help?

  • I regret all of it

Let us help you cut through the noise. Our firm can help reduce your stress during this difficult time. Speak with our attorneys and get legal advice today.

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Commonly Asked Questions

  • Questions

  • How Long Will The Restraining Order Last?

    Answer

    Restraining orders generally last between 6 months to 3 years. The duration of the restraining order filed against you will heavily depend on the specifics of your case and the quality of your legal representation. Our criminal defense attorney can improve your chances of obtaining of a positive case outcome.

  • What Consequences May I Face?

    Answer

    It is a crime to knowingly violate a restraining order. If you violate the protective order, you may be imprisoned, fined or both. If the violation includes injury, the punishment will be more severe.

  • How Do I Contest A Restraining Order?

    Answer

    If you have been served a restraining order, you must take immediate action. If you fail to contest the order, it will be granted and you will not be able to appeal the decision at a later date. In order to contest the order, you must fill out a CH-110 Form or a DV-120 form (depending on the type of protective order filed against you). While these forms are somewhat straightforward, we advise you to enlist the assistance of an attorney. We can ensure all paperwork is properly completed.

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    Whether you are facing accusations of DUI, domestic violence, shoplifting, or another type of criminal offense, you could be facing penalties that include jail time, expensive fines, probation, and life with a criminal record. Don't make room for a conviction without first putting up a fight! Attorney Thomasian of the Law Office of Thomas C. Thomasian, Esq. can help you take a stand in defense of your rights.

    When you hire Thomas Thomasian, you are selecting an experienced and highly successful attorney with a Superb Avvo Rating. He was voted a Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyer as well as 10 Best in Client Satisfaction, and is a member of the National College for DUI Defense ®.

    With a deep understanding of every level of the Rhode Island and Massachusetts legal systems, Rhode Island criminal attorney, Thomas knows what it takes to win and will not stop fighting for his clients until every legal avenue has been exhausted. His dedication and client-focused service has not gone unnoticed. In 2014, 2015 & 2016, he received the Avvo Clients' Choice Award, an honor that was based on achieving a large volume of outstanding client reviews.

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  • DOMESTIC ASSAULT

    Dismissed

    Police are dispatched to client’s residence for a report of a domestic disturbance. Upon their arrival, police find the complaining witness unconscious on the basement floor. Police speak to a witness who indicates that the complaining witness and client were engaged in a verbal altercation when client punched the complaining witness in the head. Client then left the scene and later that day was arrested. Attorney Thomasian gets case dismissed.

  • DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE

    Dismissed

    Police respond to where client’s car has hit a telephone pole. While talking, police notice the strong odor of an alcoholic beverage emanating from client’s mouth and moderately bloodshot eyes. Police ask client to submit to field sobriety tests, and she agrees but fails the tests. Police transport her to the police station. Once they get to the police station, police ask client to take a breathalyzer test and she refuses. Attorney Thomasian gets case dismissed.

  • SHOPLIFTING

    DISMISSED

    Police respond to Walmart for a reported shoplifter in custody. Loss prevention tells police that they witnessed client in the cosmetics aisle placing merchandise into a bag. After they see client do this, they observe client exit the store making no attempt to pay for the concealed items. Once outside, loss prevention approaches client and brings client back into the store. Attorney Thomasian gets case dismissed.

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  • Attorney Thomasian is a Member of the National College for DUI Defense

  • Our Defense Attorneys Have Extensive Experience Fighting for Clients in Trial

  • Our Team Is Recognized and Respected for Exceptional Legal Representation

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  • “I had an incident happen to me and I found Tom by accident. He was there for me from start to finish. I can’t say enough about this guy and if you are ever in a legal situation, you will not find a better lawyer.”

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