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Tennessee Protective Orders Laws
More Information on Protective Order Laws
| Code Section | 36-3-601, et seq. |
| Activity Addressed by Order | Enjoin contact; exclude from dwelling or provide suitable alternate housing; regarding minors: temporary custody, visitations, support; counseling |
| Duration of Order | Protective order effective for 1 year, or court of divorce action modifies or dissolves it |
| Penalty for a Violation of Order | Civil or criminal contempt: civil penalty of $50 |
| Who May Apply for Order | Victim of abuse by present or former adult family or household member, if filed by a minor then a parent or guardian signature needed |
| Can Fees Be Waived? | Determined at hearing |
| Order Transmission to Law Enforcement | Copy to local law enforcement agency with jurisdiction over area where petitioner resides |
| Civil Liability for Violation of Order | Yes, contempt of court |
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