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§ 7. Eligible Petitioners for and Order.

Statutes | 4 HCC § 5 Chapter III § 7 | 2020

a. A person who is or has been a victim of domestic abuse may file a petition for an order for protection against a family or household member who has committed an act of domestic abuse.

b. A parent, guardian, or other representative may file a petition for protection on behalf of a minor or dependent person against a family or household member who commits an act of domestic abuse. Minors who are at least 16 years of age or are legally married or emancipated may seek relief for themselves.