Protective orders, preliminary; court to extend if respondent fails to appear at hearing. (HB713)
Introduced By
Del. Bill Janis (R-Glen Allen)
Progress
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Introduced |
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Passed Committee |
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Passed House |
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Passed Senate |
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Signed by Governor |
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Description
Preliminary protective orders; stalking; extension. Allows the court to extend a preliminary protective order for a period of up to six months if the respondent fails to appear at the hearing. Language mirrors subsection B of 16.2-253.1, relating to preliminary protective orders in family abuse cases. Amends § 19.2-152.9 (“Preliminary protective orders.”), of the Code of Virginia. View Full Text »
Outcome
Bill Has Passed
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