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If you or your children are being harassed, abused, or stalked, you should not hesitate to contact the police. People who endure harassment, abuse, or stalking often consider filing for protection or restraining orders. However, depending on the circumstances, it may be more appropriate to get an injunction against harassment if you live in Arizona.

At Law Offices of Vescio & Seifert, P.C., our experienced family law attorneys help clients obtain injunctions against harassment and orders of protection. We are prepared to use all necessary and appropriate means to protect our clients and their loved ones. If you need protection from domestic violence, harassment, stalking, or abuse, call the police immediately and reach out to our attorneys. With offices in Tucson and Glendale, Arizona, our attorneys help clients get the protection they need throughout the Phoenix Metro Area.

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What Is an Injunction Against Harassment?

Unlike many other states, Arizona allows its residents to file for an injunction against harassment without the requirement to prove the relationship between the petitioner and the defendant (the person against whom the injunction is filed). The purpose of an injunction against harassment is to prevent one person from harassing or otherwise alarming or annoying another person.

Essentially, injunctions against harassment function in the same way as orders of protection. The main difference between the two is that an order of protection requires the petitioner to prove that they are in a familial relationship with the defendant.

An injunction against harassment, on the other hand, can be filed against any person – such as a friend, a neighbor, or a complete stranger – as long as the petitioner knows the defendant’s name. When requesting an injunction against harassment, the court considers whether or not the petitioner has been subject to harassment.

Speak with our injunction against harassment attorneys in Glendale & Tucson, Arizona, to discuss your rights and learn about your options to get the protection you need.

What Do You Need to Prove to Get an Injunction Against Harassment?

There are certain elements that must be proven to get an injunction against harassment in Tucson, Glendale, or other parts of Arizona. These elements include:

You need to prove that the defendant (the person against whom the injunction is filed) harassed you. You need to provide specific and detailed information regarding how and when the alleged instance(s) of harassment occurred.
You need to prove that there was a series of harassing events. Under Arizona law, one incident of harassment may not be enough to get an injunction against harassment. You must prove a series or pattern of harassing acts.

There is no requirement to prove the familial relationship between the petitioner and the defendant. The relationship requirement applies only to orders of protection in Arizona. Some of you may wonder, “How long does an injunction against harassment last?” In Arizona, an injunction must be served upon the defendant within a year of its issuance. Once the injunction is served, it is valid for one year (12 months) from the service date.

The Process of Obtaining an Injunction Against Harassment

Now that you know what an injunction against harassment is and who can get one, you may ask, “How do I get an injunction against harassment?” The process of obtaining an injunction against harassment is comprised of the following steps:

File a petition with the appropriate court. Once the petition is filed, the judge will review it and determine whether or not there are grounds to issue an injunction against the defendant. If you wish to request an injunction against multiple persons, you must file a separate petition for each person who harassed you.
Wait for the hearing. After the petition is filed, the petitioner is typically scheduled to appear before a judge who will either grant or deny the injunction. If the petitioner can prove they would be at great risk of irreparable harm if the injunction is not issued immediately, the civil order may be issued without a hearing and without letting the defendant tell their side of the story. If there is no risk of immediate and irreparable harm, the judge will usually want to hear both parties before granting or denying the injunction.
Wait until the defendant is served. The defendant must be served with the injunction before it becomes effective.

Contact an experienced attorney who will thoroughly review your situation and guide you throughout the process of obtaining an injunction against harassment. Our injunction against harassment attorneys at Law Offices of Vescio & Seifert, P.C., have the necessary resources to advise you of your rights and explain how to get protection from harassment or domestic violence in your specific case.

Injunction Against Harassment Attorneys Serving Glendale & Tucson, Arizona

You don’t need to go through this challenging time alone. If you want to know your rights and options for obtaining an injunction against harassment or getting protection from domestic violence, our family law attorneys at Law Offices of Vescio & Seifert, P.C., are here to help. We understand that you may fear for your safety and your family’s safety when someone is harassing you. Contact our office in Glendale or Tucson, Arizona, to discuss your situation and find out about your best course of action.