Statutes | 9 GTBC ยง 355 | 2020
(a) An order of protection shall remain in effect for a period of two (2) years unless it is terminated or modified by the court prior to that time. The court may make an order of protection for a longer period of time or may make a permanent order of protection if the court determines that it is necessary for the protection of the victim and the victim&rsquos family.
(b) A petitioner may file a written motion to renew an order of protection at any time within three (3) months prior to the expiration of the order. The motion shall be supported by a declaration stating why the petitioner believes the order should be renewed. The motion shall be served and a hearing scheduled and conducted according to the procedures set forth in this chapter.
History: Tribal Act #07-25.1862, enacted by Tribal Council on December 19, 2007.