In Ontario, there are two different types of protective orders a victim of domestic violence can seek: Restraining Orders and Peace Bonds. It is essential to understand the difference between these two, how they are obtained, and what they entail for the plaintiff, defendant, and any minor children the couple may share.
Restraining Orders
Restraining orders are issued following guidelines contained within the Family Law Act. There is a specific application process and procedure, which all are handled by the Family Law Courts. Anyone that has been the victim of domestic violence can seek a restraining order.
Obtaining a restraining order is not an easy process. The Family Law Courts want to make sure that the plaintiff’s claim of domestic violence is warranted and/or there is a risk of potential violence to any minor children.
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