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Q. Between a Protective Order, Restraining Order, and Peace Bond, which best fits my situation?
| WHICH TO CHOOSE –> (click title for full details) | Protective Order | Temporary Restraining Order
| Peace Bond |
| What is the situation? | You have been harmed by a family member, or someone you dated and fear the abuser will hurt you again. | You already have a lawsuit filed and you want the court to order the other party not to harm you or your property. | Someone has threatened to harm you or your property, and you believe she or he will carry out the threats. |
| What does it do? | Orders the abuser to stay away from you, your household, your workplace, and your school. Also may suspend the abuser’s right to carry a gun. | Orders the other party in a lawsuit not to harm your property,or to threaten, harass, or harm you or your children. | Orders the person making threats to deposit money with the court, which will be lost if he or she commits the threatened crime |
| Who can help? | Fannin County Criminal District Attorney’s Office(903) 583-7448 | You can hire an attorney or you can represent yourself. | You can hire an attorney or you can represent yourself. |
| Where do I file the paperwork? | District Clerk’s Office | File in the office where you filed your lawsuit. | Justice of the Peace Court in the Precinct where you live. |
| How long does it last? | Up to 2 years | Until your lawsuit ends. | Up to 1 year. |