Domestic Violence Banning Order

In the event of domestic violence or serious threat of domestic violence, the mayor can issue a restraining order. This order provides a cooling-off period during which assistance is initiated. During the restraining order, the perpetrator is not allowed to enter the home for 10 days and is prohibited from having contact with the residents of the house. The ban can be extended to 28 days.

Domestic violence includes:

• Physical violence
• Child abuse
• sexual abuse
• Neglect
• threat
• stalking
• honor-related violence

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