Q: If a woman has a restraing order against a guy & she's contacting the guy can she get in trouble for violating the order
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A: This can be a dangerous situation for the individual that is governed by the restraining order. Generally, a typical order will likely state the individual is to make no contact and, if contacted, the individual is not to respond. If there is a basis for a reciprocal injunction, that may be sought. But that is dangerous ground. The best bet is to go over the situation with an experienced lawyer who can work with the court that issued the restraining order to keep the individual from getting into more trouble.
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A restraining order will be governed by the wording of the order. Usually that relates to some restraint on the Respondent or the person who the order was "sought against." As the previous attorney noted. if you are unsure what the order means you should consult an attorney.
You should also be careful of other orders that can impact freedom such as Conditions of Bond etc. It is possible to violate one order without violating the other. Being confused is not going to be a defense and might result in you being charged with an addition offense or your bond being revoked an you being held in jail without bond while your case is pending!
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