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If you are a
victim of domestic abuse, getting a protective order to keep the abuser away is
easy.
But what if its
violated?
Do you need an attorney?
What if you can't afford
one?
The
Protective Order Pro Bono Project, Inc., a program of ICADV,
offers you legal help in and out of court to help prove that your protective
order was violated.
And it's
free!
The Protective Order Pro Bono Project
(POPBP), was created to match volunteer attorneys and law students with victims
of domestic abuse. These teams interview, counsel and represent the victim at
protection order hearings to help that victim obtain or enforce a protective
order.
In addition to providing legal services,
the Protective Order Project (POP) is staffed with court advocates to assist
victims of family violence and/or stalking, in obtaining and enforcing orders
of protection in Court 21. Our advocates can provide information on the
procedures to file an order, and offer instruction on how to file criminal
charges through the prosecutor’s office when necessary. Additionally,
advocates can offer referrals to various domestic violence support programs,
assist in identifying other community resources, and work in collaboration with
other social service agencies. Furthermore, our advocates provide important
emotional support and court accompaniment to victims and serve as liaison to
the Court, staff, and legal counsel. Confidentiality is a cornerstone of the
services we offer.
Mission Statement
"To provide, for low income victims of
domestic abuse, free legal services, including obtaining and enforcing orders
meant to protect them, and to educate the legal community about domestic
abuse."
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