A restraining order is a vital legal shield for fathers facing threats, harassment, or harm from a spouse, ex-partner, or co-parent. It can protect you and your children in dangerous situations. However, false accusations in divorce or custody disputes can turn restraining orders into weapons against dads. At Reel Fathers Rights, we help fathers secure …
What to Avoid in Your Domestic Violence Restraining Order Hearing
Facing a Domestic Violence Restraining Order (DVRO) hearing is one of the most stressful experiences a father can go through. A restraining order can impact your ability to see your children, remain in your home, and even affect your job. At Reel Fathers Rights, we know that false or exaggerated allegations are unfortunately common in …
What to Do If You Are Served with a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO)
Being served with a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) can be overwhelming and stressful. Whether the allegations are true or false, your response to a TRO can have long-lasting consequences on your legal rights—especially if you are involved in a child custody or divorce case. At Reel Fathers Rights, we understand how critical it is to …
What Constitutes Domestic Violence in CA Family Courts?
In California, Family Code section 6203 and section 6320 join together to define what conduct constitute “abuse” that can be prohibited and protected against by the issuance of domestic violence orders. Contrary to what many believe, many of these behaviors may be quite subtle. For instance, conduct that a reasonable person would find “intrusive or …