Many abusers will often exemplify new forms of harassment and intimidation against their partners while separating. Restraining orders are essential in the Family Court system to help keep partners and their children safe. A Judge is able to issue the order if the moving party (Applicant) is able to provide enough evidentiary material that they are fearful (with good right and reason) of their partner. The evidence must be strongly presented in order to support the application and must depict the fear of hurt or assault (criminal charges, details in writing, i.e., emails, texts etc., observations by others or details by others).
Restraining orders allow partners to be protected by way of the order from distance, contact, presence, and certain behaviours. Once the order is made, it can be enforced by the police. The enforcement can be easily made if the order is presented, others are aware, the victim does not bend those rules by contacting the abuser etc. If the partner breaches such an order, they can be charged criminally which can also impose more conditions preventing communication or contact with the victim.
If you'd like more information on filing for a Restraining Order, please contact Victim Services Family Court Support Program at: 705-938-1473 Or the Parry Sound Court House at: 705-746-4237
If you or someone you know is being abused, please reach out for help at any of the 24/7 helplines:
OPP: 911
Parry Sound Victim Services: 705-938-1476
Espirit Place: 705-746-4800 & 1-800-461-1707
Canadian Mental Health Association: 1-888-893-8333
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