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Missouri Protective Orders Laws
More Information on Protective Order Laws
| Code Section | 455.01, et seq. |
| Activity Addressed by Order | Temporarily enjoin contact; temporarily exclude from dwelling; regarding minors: temporary custody, visitation, support, counseling; court costs |
| Duration of Order | Full order: min. 180 days to 1 yr., may be renewed for same amount of time |
| Penalty for a Violation of Order | Class A misdemeanor unless convicted of same within 5 years: Class D felony |
| Who May Apply for Order | Any adult who has been subject to abuse by present or former family or household member, or who has been the victim of stalking |
| Can Fees Be Waived? | Yes, court costs assessment determined by the court |
| Order Transmission to Law Enforcement | Copy to local law enforcement agency in jurisdiction where petitioner resides; copy for entry into Missouri uniform law enforcement system |
| Civil Liability for Violation of Order | No |
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