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New Jersey Protective Orders Laws
More Information on Protective Order Laws
| Code Section | 2C: 25-17, et seq., 2c:29-9 |
| Activity Addressed by Order | Enjoin contact; exclude from dwelling, school, employment; regarding minors: visitation, support, custody, counseling: prohibit from possession of a firearm; reimburse petitioner's related expenses |
| Duration of Order | - |
| Penalty for a Violation of Order | Contempt: crime in 4th degree. If 2nd or subsequent domestic violation contempt offense: jail minimum 30 days |
| Who May Apply for Order | Any person claiming to be a victim of domestic violence |
| Can Fees Be Waived? | - |
| Order Transmission to Law Enforcement | Copy to appropriate chiefs of police, members of state police, and other law enforcement agencies |
| Civil Liability for Violation of Order | Yes, contempt of court |
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