An ex parte order is an order granted in the absence of one party. In the absence of the victim, the courts grant a domestic violence ex parte restraining order if the victim cannot be present at court but has given a sworn testimony, or a person who is representing the victim has given sworn testimony or has filed a complaint on behalf of the victim because the victim is not capable (physically or mentally) for filing it on their own. The legal team at Kalavruzos, Mumola, Hartman, Lento & Duff, LLC possess extensive experience in domestic violence cases and can assist you in assessing your eligibility for issuing a restraining order. If you have been the victim of domestic violence and you reside in Mercer County, Burlington County, Somerset County, Middlesex County, or throughout New Jersey, contact us today.