How Family Law Protects Victims of Domestic Violence
Family violence is a sad reality for too many families. If you are in this situation, it is critical to act quickly to protect yourself and your children. The Illinois Family Code provides numerous civil and criminal remedies to stabilize living situations and reduce the immediate threat to victims and children. Emergency orders of protection, custody, and parenting time considerations, and even enforcement tools can provide a number of options for those in need of safety, but it is critical to understand which tools are right for your individual circumstances. Immediate and Emergency Protection When someone is in the process