Protective Order · Harris County
Final Order Granted
Two-year protective order including the client’s children and workplace.
Texas Protective Orders
Safety First. Fast Protection When You Need It.
We help victims of family violence obtain protective orders quickly — and we defend people facing orders based on false or exaggerated claims.
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Protective Orders
Protection Under Texas Law
A protective order is a civil court order that can prohibit someone from committing family violence, contacting you, or coming near your home, work, or your children’s school. In urgent situations, a temporary ex parte order can be issued the same day without the other party present.
Because protective orders can affect custody, firearm rights, and where someone may live, they are taken seriously by Texas courts. Whether you need protection or are responding to an application, you need an attorney who acts quickly.
Protective Orders at a Glance
Texas law offers several types of orders depending on the urgency and circumstances.
Same day
Temporary ex parte order
Can be issued immediately in urgent cases and generally lasts up to 20 days until a hearing.
Up to 2 yrs
Final protective order
Typically lasts up to two years, and longer in certain serious cases.
31–61 days
Emergency protective order
Often issued by a magistrate after a family violence arrest.
Crime
If violated
Violating a protective order is a criminal offense that can lead to arrest.
How We Help
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Obtaining protection
We prepare the application, gather evidence, and present your case at the hearing.
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Safety planning
We coordinate with advocates and law enforcement so the order is served and enforced.
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Responding to an application
If you’re accused, we challenge unsupported claims and protect your custody and firearm rights.
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Coordinated family law strategy
We align your protective order with any divorce or custody case.
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Modifications & enforcement
We help change, extend, or enforce existing orders.
Recent Protective Orders Results
Defense · Smith County
Application Denied
Evidence showed the application was filed to gain leverage in a custody dispute.
Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What to do right now
If You’re in Danger
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Call 911 if in immediate danger
Your safety comes first. Get to a safe place.
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Preserve evidence
Save threatening texts, voicemails, photos of injuries, and police report numbers.
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Tell trusted people
Let family, coworkers, and your children’s school know.
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Call us
We can help you seek an order quickly and confidentially.
Questions
Protective Orders FAQ
Every case is different. Call for answers about yours — the consultation is free.
(800) 555-0100Victims of family violence, dating violence, stalking, sexual assault, or trafficking — including household members and dating partners.
Texas generally does not charge applicants filing or service fees for family violence protective orders.
Final protective orders typically last up to two years, and can last longer in certain serious cases.
Take it seriously and follow it while you prepare your defense. We can challenge the application at the hearing.
Every Hour Matters. Let’s Start Now.
Evidence fades and deadlines run. Speak with a Texas attorney today — free and confidential.