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Ohio Protective Orders Laws
More Information on Protective Order Laws
| Code Section | 3113.31 |
| Activity Addressed by Order | Enjoin contact; exclude from dwelling, school, employment; regarding minors: temporarily allocate parental rights, visitations, support, counseling |
| Duration of Order | Maximum 5 years, may be renewed; or upon court action for divorce |
| Penalty for a Violation of Order | 1st degree misdemeanor |
| Who May Apply for Order | Person, parent or adult household member on behalf of other family or household member |
| Can Fees Be Waived? | Yes |
| Order Transmission to Law Enforcement | Copy to all law enforcement agencies with jurisdiction |
| Civil Liability for Violation of Order | Yes, contempt of court |
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