DIVORCE FAQ #7 7. What should I do if my spouse injures me? If your spouse injures you or anyone else in your household, call the police immediately. The police can, if warranted, contact an on-call judicial officer and issue an Emergency Protective Order (also called an EPO) on the spot. This would legally prohibit your spouse from coming within a certain distance of you. It also may grant you temporary custody of your children and bar your spouse from the family home. An EPO remains in effect for five court days. To obtain a longer-term restraining local court. Most courts have facilitators who can help you fill out the necessary forms. For more information, request a free copy of the State Bar pamphlet Can the Law Help Protect Me from Domestic Violence? (See #17 for information on ordering the bar's pamphlets.) GO BACK Contact a Family Lawyer at Law Offices of Warren R. Shiell today! Please call to make an appointment 310.247.9913. ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
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