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Minnesota Protective Orders Laws
More Information on Protective Order Laws
| Code Section | 518B.01 |
| Activity Addressed by Order | Enjoin contact; exclude from dwelling, work; regarding minors: temporary custody, visitation, support; counseling; restitution; continue payment of joint insurance coverage; issue property limitations. |
| Duration of Order | General: maximum 1 year, may be extended. Ex parte order: maximum 1 year |
| Penalty for a Violation of Order | Misdemeanor: minimum 3 days jail and counseling. Gross misdemeanor if convicted under certain laws, within 5 years: minimum 10 days and counseling; court may order $10,000 bond or 5 yrs. imprisonment, or both if repeat violation likely or if possessing a dangerous weapon |
| Who May Apply for Order | Any family or household member, a guardian, or regarding minors: a reputable adult age 25 or older as determined by the court, or minor on minor's own behalf if court determines minor has sufficient maturity |
| Can Fees Be Waived? | Yes; respondent may be directed to pay them |
| Order Transmission to Law Enforcement | Copy within 24 hours to local law enforcement agency with jurisdiction over the residence of the applicant |
| Civil Liability for Violation of Order | Yes, contempt of court |
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