Restraining Order Defense in Tucson From a Former Judge
An Order of Protection or Injunction Against Harassment can upend your life, restricting where you live, who you contact, and whether you can possess firearms. Doug Taylor fights to protect your rights.
A.R.S. § 13-3602 / A.R.S. § 12-1809
Understanding the Charge
Arizona provides two primary types of protective orders: Orders of Protection under A.R.S. 13-3602 and Injunctions Against Harassment under A.R.S. 12-1809. An Order of Protection is available when the petitioner and respondent have a domestic relationship as defined by law. An Injunction Against Harassment is available regardless of the relationship but requires proof of a series of acts that serve no legitimate purpose and that seriously alarm, annoy, or harass the petitioner.
These orders are civil in nature but carry criminal consequences for violations. An Order of Protection can prohibit contact with the petitioner, require the respondent to vacate a shared residence, grant the petitioner temporary custody of children, and prohibit the respondent from possessing firearms. A violation of either type of order is a Class 1 misdemeanor, and repeated violations can be charged as a Class 6 felony. The consequences of having a protective order issued against you extend into employment, housing, custody, and firearm ownership.
Potential Penalties
How Doug Defends
- Presenting evidence that the allegations in the petition are false, exaggerated, or taken out of context, including text messages, emails, and witness testimony that contradict the petitioner's claims
- Demonstrating that the petitioner is using the protective order as a tactical tool in a custody dispute, divorce, or other legal proceeding
- Challenging whether the alleged conduct meets the legal standard for issuing a protective order under the applicable statute
- Presenting evidence of the petitioner's own aggressive or provocative behavior that provides context for the respondent's actions
- Negotiating agreed-upon terms that protect both parties while minimizing the impact on the respondent's daily life, employment, and parental rights
“Doug Taylor has presided over countless protective order hearings as a Pima County Justice Court Judge. He understands exactly what evidence judges find compelling, what arguments fall flat, and how to present a defense that addresses the court's primary concern: the safety of the parties involved. His firsthand knowledge of judicial decision-making in these hearings gives his clients a significant strategic advantage.”
Common Questions
“He had my case dismissed with prejudice due to false claims against me. I really can't thank him enough.”
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Doug Taylor has presided over protective order hearings and knows how to build a defense that protects your rights.
Other Areas We Defend
Domestic Violence Defense
Domestic violence charges in Arizona carry severe consequences including mandatory counseling, firearm restrictions, and a permanent record. Doug Taylor understands how these cases unfold in Pima County courts.
Harassment Defense
Harassment charges in Arizona cover a range of conduct from repeated unwanted contact to following another person. These charges often arise in the context of disputes and misunderstandings.
Criminal Defense
From misdemeanor charges to serious felonies, Taylor Law Group provides strategic defense built on 25+ years of legal experience and a former judge's understanding of the system.
Facing a Restraining Order in Tucson? Get a Former Judge on Your Side.
Doug Taylor has presided over protective order hearings and knows how to build a defense that protects your rights.