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Montana Protective Orders Laws<\/h1>\n\n
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\n By Kit Yona, M.A.<\/a> | Legally reviewed by Catherine Hodder, Esq.<\/a>\n | Last updated\n
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Key Takeaways<\/h2>\n

Montana<\/span> orders of protection are civil court orders<\/span> designed to protect victims of violence, stalking, or abuse and keep an abuser (respondent<\/span>) away from the victim (petitioner). These protective orders can be temporary or permanent.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

There are times when we all need help. Victims of <\/span>domestic violence<\/span> and other crimes in Montana<\/span> can find relief through orders of protection<\/a>. These civil court orders<\/span> use provisions to keep abusers away from victims. They can also affect temporary child custody, transfer of personal property<\/span>, and much more.<\/p>\n

Understanding how Montana<\/span> orders of protection work can be challenging. This guide will show you who’s eligible to get one, explain what the orders can and can’t do, and walk you through the process of getting the one you need. If you’d like more information on domestic violence<\/span>, FindLaw’s article on the topic<\/a> is a great resource.<\/p>\n

Montana<\/span> Protective Orders Laws: Types of Orders Available<\/h2>\n

Which order of protection you need depends on the people involved and the crimes committed. Let’s take a look at each order available in Montana<\/span> to determine the right one for your situation.<\/p>\n

Domestic Violence<\/span> Order of Protection<\/h3>\n

Domestic violence<\/span><\/a> classification requires the meeting of two conditions. People in certain close and personal relationships must have certain abusive offenses occur between them. Let’s examine each required element.<\/p>\n

Montana<\/span> refers to the people eligible for domestic violence<\/span> crimes as partners and family members<\/span><\/a>. This group includes the following:<\/p>\n

Family Members<\/span>:<\/strong><\/p>\n