Most people have heard of restraining orders, even if they don't know anyone who has requested one or been subject to one. Restraining orders feature prominently in television shows, mystery novels and movies about the criminal justice system. A restraining order is...
Divorcing or separating parents often find themselves locked in custody conflicts. Both parents may claim to want what is best for the children, but they may have a very difficult time agreeing on what that actually is. If they go to court, a judge makes the decisions...
A custody order is a document issued by a family court judge that is enforceable via court action. Those co-parenting in Missouri can ask the courts to take action if the other parent of their children does not abide by the existing custody order. There is typically...