Your only real source of information is your attorney. The clerks are not required to give you any information
You will be required to leave the residence until there is a court hearing no later than 15 days after Petition is filed
If the court finds that a full order should be granted, the order will last from 6 months to a year
If a Petition is granted against you, you will not be able to obtain a permit to carry a concealed weapon so long as the Order of protection is in effect. 571.101.2(10) R.S.Mo.
By agreement of both parties, the order can be dismissed
You must be served at least 3 days before the hearing
Court can order child support be paid after hearing
Court can order maintenance to a spouse after hearing
Violation of the Order of protection is a Class A misdemeanor (455.538 R.S.Mo) -(jail for more than 6 months). If you have a prior conviction of violating an Order it is a Class D Felony. (jail up to 10 years)
