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According to § 741.30, Fla. Stat., who has standing in the circuit court to file a sworn petition for an injunction for protection against domestic violence?
According to § 741.30, Fla. Stat., who has standing in the circuit court to file a sworn petition for an injunction for protection against domestic violence?
- Any person who is the victim of domestic violence
- Any person who is either the victim of domestic violence or has reasonable cause to believe they are in imminent danger of becoming a victim of domestic violence (correct)
- Any person who has reasonable cause to believe they are in imminent danger of becoming a victim of domestic violence
- Any person who has been personally served with an injunction for protection against domestic violence
Where can an injunction for protection against domestic violence be filed?
Where can an injunction for protection against domestic violence be filed?
- Only in the circuit where the petitioner currently or temporarily resides
- Only in the circuit where the respondent resides
- In any circuit regardless of residence (correct)
- Only in the circuit where the domestic violence occurred
How can an officer verify if the subject has been served with a domestic violence injunction?
How can an officer verify if the subject has been served with a domestic violence injunction?
- By checking if there is a stamp or other notation on the certified copy of the injunction indicating service (correct)
- By taking sworn testimony from the petitioner
- By verifying if the respondent has knowledge of the content of the order and date of hearing
- By obtaining a certified copy of the injunction
Which of the following is NOT considered a violation of a domestic violence injunction in Florida?
Which of the following is NOT considered a violation of a domestic violence injunction in Florida?
What action does a police officer need to take before arresting someone for violating a domestic violence injunction in Miami-Dade County?
What action does a police officer need to take before arresting someone for violating a domestic violence injunction in Miami-Dade County?
What is the penalty for violating a domestic violence injunction in Florida?
What is the penalty for violating a domestic violence injunction in Florida?
When can a police officer make a warrantless arrest for a violation of a domestic violence injunction?
When can a police officer make a warrantless arrest for a violation of a domestic violence injunction?
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