Restraining Orders

An ex parte temporary or final harassment protection order can order:

• the abuser not to:
  • place any limits on you or your freedom (liberty);
  • harass, threaten, assault, bother (molest), attack, or otherwise disturb you; and
  • contact you in any way; and
• anything else the judge believes is necessary to protect your safety and welfare.¹

However, the judge cannot provide these protections if the respondent is doing these things during a labor picket.² Whether a judge orders any or all of the above depends on the facts of your case.

Note: Unlike a domestic abuse protection order, a harassment protection order cannot give you custody of your children.³

¹ Neb. Rev. Stat. § 26-104(2), (3)
² Neb. Rev. Stat. § 26-104(4)
³ See Nebraska Judicial Branch website’s frequently asked questions