Having an injunction (also known as a restraining order) against you can feel like being punished without a trial. It can limit where you go and who you talk to, and affect your job or ability to see your kids. In some cases, an injunction can impact background checks, even if no criminal conviction exists.
The good news is that you can fight to have an injunction lifted. At Goldman Wetzel, we can help with the removal of injunctions in St. Petersburg. Our injunction attorneys work together on every case, and we take a strategic, aggressive approach to getting your rights back.
In Florida, an injunction is a civil court order meant to protect someone from violence or harassment. However, having one issued against you can change your life. Our St. Petersburg legal team has challenged different types of injunctions, including:
Unlike criminal convictions, the burden of securing an injunction is not beyond a reasonable doubt. These orders can be temporary or permanent and include restrictions such as:
Even if you were never criminally charged or convicted, an injunction can still carry a heavy weight—and sometimes it is based on misunderstandings, false claims, or events that are long in the past. Reversing an injunction can be critical to progressing with your life.
In Florida, you can request to have an injunction removed, dismissed, or modified. However, it is not automatic, and there is no guarantee a court will agree. You must show the judge why the order is no longer necessary. Common reasons why people seek removal include:
Judges do not take these requests lightly. You need a strong legal argument and a defense team that knows how to present it.
That is where Goldman Wetzel comes in. Unlike most criminal defense firms, we do not hand you off to a junior associate or disappear after the first court date. Our two experienced St. Petersburg attorneys work together from start to finish to alter or dismiss the injunction made against you. We understand that injunctions are personal and that every story has two sides. We listen, do not judge, and fight to make sure your voice is heard.
When you file to remove an injunction, the court will schedule a hearing where both sides can present their case. You must explain why the injunction is no longer needed, and the other party will have a chance to object.
To have the restraining order changed or withdrawn, our St. Petersburg legal team will present your side of the case clearly and confidently. That might include:
If the judge agrees, the injunction will be dismissed and the order lifted. That means your restrictions end, and you can begin to move forward.
Living under an injunction can feel like a shadow hanging over your life. You do not have to live with it, and you do not have to go through this process alone. If you are ready to fight for the removal of an injunction in St. Petersburg, the team at Goldman Wetzel is ready to support you.
Our experienced attorneys have helped people across the area challenge and remove civil injunctions. We will review your case, explain your options, and build the strongest possible argument to clear your name. Contact us today to discuss your case.
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