Dear Members,
We’re pleased to share a valuable new resource from the Ware River Valley Domestic Violence Task Force: Requesting a Restraining Order – A Walk Through the Court Process, now available in both English and Spanish.
We encourage you to share this resource with survivors, community partners, and anyone supporting someone experiencing domestic violence. It can be shared through the Ware River Valley Domestic Violence Task Force website or embedded directly on your organization’s website using the provided embed codes.
The video walks viewers through the process of obtaining a restraining order at Eastern Hampshire District Court. While it is filmed in that court, the information is applicable to most Massachusetts courts. It covers preparing for court, what to expect upon arrival, appearing before a judge, and what happens after the hearing.
This resource was created in response to survivors who asked for more information about navigating the restraining order process. We appreciate the Ware River Valley Domestic Violence Task Force and everyone who contributed to making this important resource available.