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Protective Order Caselaw review: Bountiful v. Swenson 2024 UT App 133

This case is an interesting (and rare) decision dismissing a protective order violation charge. This is a must read for anyone who handles domestic violence[…]

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How Do I Get a Protection from Abuse Order?

If you are the victim of abuse or domestic violence you may obtain what is called a “Protective Order” from a Utah court. As its[…]

Avoiding Common Protective Order Pitfalls

A “Protective Order” is a court order requiring a spouse or “cohabitant” to stay away from the other. The process generally involves one spouse going[…]

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What Rights Do Grandparents Have in Utah?

Utah law allows grandparents to seek visitation and even custody with their grandchildren under certain circumstances. This is a complicated area of the law because[…]

Can I Change a Utah Family Court Order?

Yes. Utah courts can modify family court orders if there has been a “substantial and material change in circumstance” and, if the case involves your[…]

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HELP! My partner is abusing me. How do I stop it FAST?

You can obtain a restraining order on an expedited basis if you can show you have been a victim of abuse or domestic violence or[…]