What to do if I need to file a restraining order but the person I want to file against lives in another state?
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What to do if I need to file a restraining order but the person I want to file against lives in another state?
Which state do I file the order in?
Asked on January 2, 2013 under Criminal Law, Tennessee
Answers:
Kevin Bessant / Law Office of Kevin Bessant & Associates
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
With a restraining order, you should still be able to file the restraining order in the State in which you reside so long as your State has jurisdiction over the matter. Jurisdiction is determined based upon where the actions which make up (or the actions you allege against the other person) the restraining order occurred. So if these actions occurred in your state, then you can file in your State.
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