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Injunction to Prevent Repeat Violence in Orlando, Florida
Injunction to Prevent Repeat Violence
Repeat Violence Injunction Defense Attorney in Orlando, FL
An injunction to prevent repeat violence is a serious court order that can impose immediate and lasting restrictions on your freedom, even when no criminal conviction exists. Unlike domestic violence injunctions, repeat violence injunctions do not require a family or romantic relationship between the parties. As a result, these petitions are often filed by neighbors, coworkers, acquaintances, or former friends. When allegations are exaggerated, misunderstood, or even completely false, the consequences for the accused can be severe.
If you have been served with a petition for an injunction to prevent repeat violence in Orlando, it is essential to respond strategically and promptly. Hanlon Law represents individuals facing these injunctions and works aggressively to protect their rights, reputation, and future.
What Is an Injunction to Prevent Repeat Violence?
Under
Florida Statute § 784.046, a repeat violence injunction may be issued when a petitioner alleges two or more incidents of violence or stalking committed by the same person. At least one of those incidents must have occurred within the previous six months. The alleged violence may have been directed at the petitioner or an immediate family member of the petitioner.
Unlike domestic violence cases, the law does not require any intimate or household relationship between the parties. This means accusations can arise from disputes involving coworkers, roommates, neighbors, classmates, or other non-family relationships.
Who Can File a Petition for Repeat Violence in Orlando, Florida?
A sworn petition for a repeat violence injunction may be filed by an alleged victim or by a parent or legal guardian on behalf of a minor child. The petition must describe the alleged incidents and explain why the petitioner believes repeat violence may occur.
In some situations, petitioners choose a repeat violence injunction when another type of injunction would be more appropriate. For example, when parties share a qualifying family or household relationship, the law generally requires a domestic violence injunction rather than a repeat violence injunction. An experienced attorney can challenge an improperly filed petition.
Temporary and Final Repeat Violence Injunctions in Orlando
The court initially reviews repeat violence petitions ex parte, meaning without input from the accused. Based solely on the allegations in the petition, a judge may issue a temporary injunction if there appears to be an immediate and present danger. If the court does not find such danger, it may deny the temporary injunction but still schedule a full hearing.
At the final hearing, both sides may present evidence, testimony, and witness statements. The court then decides whether to issue a final injunction and what restrictions will apply. Final injunctions may remain in effect for a fixed period or until modified or dissolved by the court.
Restrictions Imposed by Repeat Violence Injunctions in Orlando
A repeat violence injunction can impose broad and disruptive limitations, including prohibiting any contact with the petitioner, ordering you to remain a certain distance from the petitioner’s home, workplace, vehicle, or other frequented locations, and restricting communication by phone, text, email, or social media. In many cases, the court may also order the surrender of firearms and prohibit possession of weapons.
Violating any term of the injunction—intentionally or not—can result in arrest and additional criminal charges, making it critical to understand and, when appropriate, contest the order.
Why Legal Representation Matters
Repeat violence allegations are sometimes exaggerated or motivated by personal disputes, retaliation, or attempts to gain leverage in unrelated conflicts. Once an injunction is entered, it may be used against you in future criminal or civil proceedings.
Retaining legal counsel early allows you to challenge the sufficiency of the allegations, present mitigating evidence, and argue for dismissal or narrowly tailored restrictions that minimize harm to your life and livelihood.
Contact Hanlon Law
If you are facing an injunction to prevent repeat violence, do not take the situation lightly. The outcome can significantly affect your freedom, employment, housing, and legal standing. Will Hanlon has represented criminal defendants throughout the Orlando area since 1994 and is dedicated to defending the rights of the accused. Hanlon Law provides experienced, strategic representation in injunction matters and related criminal cases.
To schedule a confidential consultation with an experienced Orlando injunction lawyer, contact Hanlon Law today by
phone or fill out our
online contact form. At Hanlon Law, we work tirelessly to protect our clients’ rights, freedom, and reputation.
