A “no-contact” order is exactly what the name implies. It means you can’t have any contact with the accuser/victim. Often in domestic violence cases, a judge will issue a no-contact order in order to keep the accuser safe and to de-escalate the high emotions that often accompany these types of cases. If you share children with the accuser, the no-contact order may take this into account and allow for limited contact. Again, it’s important to have a skilled and experienced attorney in your corner that understands the intricacies of domestic violence cases and who can properly advocate for you in court.