What can I expect at a protective order hearing? Texas?
The burden of proof lies with the plaintiff in protection order cases (and that’s you in this case). To prevail, you will need to convince the judge that the court’s protection is truly warranted. The judge will consider all the relevant facts, evidence, and testimony at the hearing. It is up to you to present a strong case and prove that you and your child(ren) need the protective measures you are requesting. There is a lot of nuance in your question that you didn’t provide full details on. For instance, you mentioned other children, but didn’t clarify if your husband is their father or not. There’s a lot to your case that can’t be answered with the information given. And then there is also the uncertainty of what evidence/testimony the judge considers compelling. Yes, I would fully expect the judge to consider your testimony. After all, you are the petitioner. In the end, the judge will make the decision and he could grant everything you’ve requested (and more…or less). Or he could
