Obtaining, Enforcing, and Defending c. 209A Restraining Orders in Massachusetts
The best guidance for 209A practice
- Product Number: 2222534WFM
- Publication Date: 10/31/2021
- Edition: 3rd Edition 2019, with 2021 Supplement
- Copyright: © 2021 MCLE, Inc.
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This focused practice manual provides a comprehensive treatment of General Laws Chapter 209A restraining orders. The book covers both the substantive law and the procedural requirements for obtaining and defending the issuance of a restraining order in the context of domestic violence. Obtaining, Enforcing, and Defending c. 209A Restraining Orders in Massachusetts includes statutory authority, a review of leading case law, practice tips and sample forms.
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Update: October 2021
Dear Subscriber:
Thank you for choosing to update your reference library with the 2021 supplement to Obtaining, Enforcing, and Defending c. 209A Restraining Orders in Massachusetts .
This supplement includes a new feature in select chapters, commentary on diversity, equity, and inclusion (see chapters 1, 2, and 3).
You will also find step-by-step guidance and practical pointers on topics including the following:
- the differences between Chapter 209A restraining orders and Chapter 258E harassment prevention orders (see chapter 1);
- how to plan for your client's safety (see chapter 2);
- the potential penalties for violating an order, including the circumstances under which a warrantless arrest may be made (see chapter 3);
- common reasons why the alleged victim might deny the abuse once the defendant is arrested and in custody (see chapter 4);
- an explanation of the Massachusetts Victim Bill of Rights and the role of victim impact statements (see chapter 5); and
- updated domestic violence resources including various programs located throughout Massachusetts (see chapter 6).
We at MCLE trust that you will find this material useful in your practice and valuable in keeping your law library current.
Cordially,
Alexis J. LeBlanc, Esq., MCLE Publications Attorney
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Update: November 2019
Dear Subscriber:
Thank you for choosing to update your reference library with the 2019 edition of Obtaining, Enforcing, and Defending c. 209A Restraining Orders in Massachusetts .
In this edition you will find step-by-step guidance and practical pointers on topics including the following—
- the differences between Chapter 209A restraining orders and Chapter 258E harassment prevention orders (see chapter 1);
- how to elicit details when interviewing a client who is a potential candidate for a restraining order so that you can assist in planning for their safety (see chapter 2);
- the potential penalties for violating an order, including the cir-cumstances under which a warrantless arrest may be made (see chapter 3);
- common reasons why the alleged victim might deny the abuse once the defendant is arrested and in custody (see chapter 4);
- an explanation of the Massachusetts Victim Bill of Rights and the role of victim impact statements (see chapter 5); and
- updated domestic violence resources including various programs located throughout Massachusetts (see chapter 6).
We at MCLE trust that you will find this material useful in your practice and valuable in keeping your law library current.
Cordially,
Alexis J. LeBlanc, Esq., MCLE Publications Attorney
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Update: October 2021
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
expand allChapter 1 expandAn Overview of the Statute
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Chapter 2 expandObtaining a Restraining Order
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Chapter 3 expandRestraining Order Violation—Arrest and Bail
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Exhibit 3A
- Order of Pretrial Detention Under G.L. c. 276, ยง 58A Buy FormChapter 4 expandProsecution and Defense of Restraining Order Violations
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Chapter 5 expandSentencing
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Chapter 6 expandStatewide Domestic Violence Resources
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AppendixResource Appendix
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