by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Feb 27, 2026 | Domestic Battery, Domestic Violence, Protection Order
If you’ve had a protective order (also referred to as a protection order) filed against you, the court that issued the order will likely schedule a hearing. While it may be related to criminal charges, a protective order itself is not criminal in nature. Do you need...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Feb 11, 2026 | General, Protection Order
A restraining order can feel like the world is closing in on you, especially if it’s based on exaggerations, misunderstandings, or outright fiction. The good news? A restraining order isn’t always the final word. There are several ways these cases can be dismissed,...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Dec 24, 2025 | No Contact Order, Protection Order
When a judge issues a restraining order, it immediately changes how you live your life. For some people, the order works as intended, space is created, and conflict is reduced. But for others, the order causes serious, unexpected problems. Maybe you share children...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Nov 26, 2025 | Battery, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Domestic Battery, Domestic Violence, No Contact Order, Protection Order
If you’re reading this, you may be feeling confused, worried or overwhelmed about being charged with domestic battery. At the Marc Lopez Law Firm, we understand how much is at stake. Your freedom. Your future. Your relationships. This is not just another legal...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Nov 5, 2025 | No Contact Order, Protection Order
Getting served with a protective order can feel like getting hit by a truck. One minute you’re living your life, and the next you’re told you’re legally required to stay away from someone. These situations are confusing, overwhelming, and packed with...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jun 19, 2025 | No Contact Order, Protection Order
The short answer? Absolutely. If you’ve been served with a protective order in Indiana, the law gives you the chance to fight back—but there’s a deadline, and it comes fast. A protective order can turn your life upside down. It can restrict where you go, who you talk...
