Protective orders; allows petitioner to obtain extension of order for no more than two years. (SB468)
Introduced By
Sen. Janet Howell (D-Reston) with support from co-patrons Sen. Steve Martin (R-Chesterfield), and Sen. Tommy Norment (R-Williamsburg)
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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Became Law |
Description
Extension of protective orders. Allows a petitioner who has obtained a protective order under 16.1-279.1 (cases of family abuse) or 19.2-152.10 (stalking) to obtain an extension of such order for a period of no more than one year if the respondent continues to pose a threat to the health or safety of the petitioner and the petitioner's family and household members. There is no limit on the number of extensions that may be requested. View Full Text »
Outcome
Bill Has Passed
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