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What does it mean to be served with protection order papers?

April 26, 2017mean papers served

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What does it mean to be served with protection order papers?

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To be served means that the sheriff or other law enforcement agency gives a copy to the respondent personally. Any ex-parte SCPO issued by the court must be served on the respondent before a full hearing. Without service on the respondent the court cannot hold a full hearing.