If you’ve been served a domestic violence protection injunction (restraining order), you are considered an alleged respondent. The Florida Courts recommend contacting an attorney or the jurisdiction clerk’s office. Keep in mind that Florida Court staff cannot provide legal advice. A domestic violence case can have significant future consequences. Beyond legal consequences, a civil injunction can impact your job prospects, background checks, employment, housing, ability to possess a firearm, etc. Since violations can have serious legal and life-impacting consequences, it’s important that you fully understand the terms and conditions of the order.