Restraining order for domestic violence

In cases of domestic violence or serious threat of domestic violence, the mayor can issue a restraining order. This ban provides a cooling off period during which counseling services are initiated. During the restraining order, the perpetrator may not enter the home or have contact with the occupants of the home for 10 days. The ban can be extended to 28 days.

Domestic violence includes:

• physical violence
• child abuse
• sexual abuse
• neglect
• threat
• stalking
• honor killing

If you are a victim of violence by a (former) partner, family member, relative or family friend, report it to the police as soon as possible.