2018

Facts You Should Know Before You File A Protective Order in Maryland
EmdenLaw / 0 Comments /If you have been abused by a family member or someone with whom you are in a romantic relationship, you are eligible to file a Petition for Protective Order against the person responsible for the abuse. While filing the Petition itself may seem straightforward, there are a few things you may not know about the legal process. Learn more about the process here.

2016

For Protective and Peace Orders, Maryland Law Provides for a Cooling Off Period Between the Parties
EmdenLaw / 0 Comments /Whether you’re the person filing for a protective order (Petitioner) or the person against whom the Protective Order is filed (Respondent), Maryland law gives the parties a period of up to six months to decide whether to seek a final protective order or to dismiss the case, if they choose to. This window often serves as a golden opportunity for the parties to enter into discussions to attempt to settle some of their outstanding differences. Find out more about this cooling off period in this post.

2014

Restraining Orders: How to Get a Peace or Protective Order in Maryland
EmdenLaw / 0 Comments /In Maryland, the process for getting a peace order or protective order from a District Court judge, District Court commissioner, or Circuit Court judge is a relatively easy one. Learn More.

2013

Little Known Facts about Maryland Protective Orders and Peace Orders Filed Against You
EmdenLaw / 0 Comments /For some of you, your first involvement with the Maryland court system will occur when you are named as a “Respondent” in a protective order or a peace order. If this happens to you, you may not fully appreciate the many traps you could face. Learn more about what can happen.
