Petitioners can make a range of mistakes following the issuance of a protective order…
Petitioners, those who have a protective order issued in their favor, will sometimes reach out, even though the protective order is in effect. Perhaps the order was issued at a time when tensions were high, there was a singular incident that preceded the protective order, or the petitioner did not wish further contact with the respondent. But, as time passes, matters begin to settle and the petitioner may wish for contact again with the recipient.
This, however, can lead to serious issues because it can cause the respondent to respond to the petitioner, which may be in violation of the order, even though the contact itself is innocent or well-intentioned. Thus, it is crucial that both the respondent and the person against whom the protective
order was issued are careful to ensure that any contact between them is within the scope of the protective order at all times.