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HI HB968

Bill

Status

Passed

6/9/2011

Primary Sponsor

Henry Aquino

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Origin

House of Representatives

2011 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends the maximum duration of temporary restraining orders from 90 days to 180 days from the date of issuance.

  • Temporary restraining orders remain in effect until the earliest of: 180 days from issuance or the effective date of a protective order issued by the court.

  • Protective orders orally stated by the court become effective on the date of the hearing if the respondent attends, or upon service of the order if the respondent was served but failed to appear.

  • Requires all oral protective orders to be reduced to writing and issued immediately.

  • Takes effect upon approval and does not affect rights, duties, or proceedings that occurred before the Act's effective date.

Legislative Description

Domestic Abuse; Temporary Restraining Orders; Protective Orders

Last Action

(H) Act 085, on 6/8/2011 (Gov. Msg. No. 1188).

6/9/2011

Committee Referrals

Judiciary and Labor3/8/2011
Judiciary2/16/2011
Human Services1/26/2011

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