Q: Can I appeal a restraining order against me.
I was given the evidence the day of my hearing and about 20 minutes before my hearing. Before the judge made her decision I asked for a continuous to get a lawyer to protect my rights and was denied.
A:
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Was this criminal or family law proceeding?
When did you get notice of proceeding?
Why didn’t you have a lawyer?
A: If it was a family law DVRO, then yes, you can. You’ll need to file a notice of appeal, request the transcript of the record, and file your brief. It won’t be easy or cheap. But you can reach out to attorneys like me who do this sort of work for a consult.
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