Whether you need protection or you are facing a 50B domestic violence protective order that could cost you your home, your firearms, and contact with your children, the stakes are high. This page explains North Carolina 50B orders and how a Charlotte DVPO lawyer helps on either side.
Talk to a Charlotte DVPO lawyer now. Free and confidential, 24/7, bilingual staff. Call (704) 461-9488.
What a 50B protective order does
A domestic violence protective order under Chapter 50B is available to people in a personal relationship, including spouses, former spouses, people who live together, people with a child in common, and dating partners. A 50B order can grant custody, home possession, firearm surrender, and no-contact provisions, and it lasts up to one year and can be renewed.
Violating a 50B order is a crime
Knowingly violating a 50B order is a Class A1 misdemeanor, and violations involving a deadly weapon can be charged as a felony.
How a Charlotte DVPO lawyer helps
- Defending against a 50B order at the hearing.
- Seeking a 50B order if you need protection.
- Coordinating with the criminal case, since the two often move together.
Why Martine Law in Charlotte
Martine Law handles 50B protective orders and domestic violence cases across Charlotte and Mecklenburg County. Free, confidential consultation, 24/7, with bilingual staff.
A hearing may be days away. Call (704) 461-9488 today.
Related: Charlotte Domestic Violence Lawyer.
Frequently asked questions
How long does a 50B order last?
Up to one year, and it can be renewed.
What happens if I violate a 50B order?
It is a Class A1 misdemeanor, and violations involving a deadly weapon can be a felony.
Can I fight a 50B order?
Yes, at the hearing, where the other side must prove the claims.