QUESTION
How can I get a restraining order against my ex boyfriend
Asked on Dec 26th, 2017 on Child Custody - Iowa
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My ex has been in 2 fights in front of my daughter he has hit me with a ball 3 times and he told my daughter to get him a beer and she grabs it runs with it and tries to drink it and then he says he wants to be dead when he has court ordered visits I need his rights terminated and a restraining order against him if he won't sign his rights away
1 ANSWER
You can get a 236 protective order by filling out an application at the courthouse. The judge will see you that day and issue a temporary order. you can list you and the child as protected parties, so visitation would stop. Then, about 10 days later, a hearing will be scheduled and you will need to present evidence to have a longer (one year) protective order entered.
With regard to terminating his rights, even if he agrees, a court may not grant your request. You should talk to an attorney about your specific facts and chances of succeeding.
Donna Miller
Grefe & Sidney
515-245-4300
http://www.grefesidney.com/our-team/donna-miller/
Answered on Jan 01st, 2018 at 6:31 AM