What can be done if an Abuser Violates the Protection Order?
If the judge has granted you a protection order, it is advisable to make several copies of it and keep it with you at all times. If the order forbids certain behavior from the abuser, such as coming onto your property or continued harassment, call the police. Inform the police of your protection order and show them a copy. The police can arrest the abuser on criminal charges for violating the protection order of a petition can be filed in civil court.
