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Once a Final Restraining Order (FRO) is granted by a judge, it remains in effect indefinitely. There is no expiration date or date upon which it lapses. The continued existence of a Final Restraining Order may or may not affect one’s ability to obtain employment, obtain a promotion, etc.
The law does provide for the dismissal or dissolution of a Final Restraining Order if certain criteria are met. To request the dissolution of a Final Restraining Order a formal application must be made to the court. The court must consider certain criteria. If the court thinks it is appropriate to dismiss a Final Restraining Order, it may do so even over the objection of the victim. However, all of the enumerated factors are scrutinized by the court. Additionally, the court is free to consider any other factors the court deems relevant.
Should you have a need to revisit a Final Restraining Order, contact one of the attorneys at Iandoli & Edens at (908) 879-9499.
One of the questions asked frequently these days, particularly in these difficult economic times, is how does having a Final Restraining Order entered against me affect my employment and/or my employability?
The answer is anything but clear cut. It is important to understand that in New Jersey, once a Final Restraining Order (FRO) is entered there is no “expiration date”. The FRO will remain in effect until it is dismissed by the Plaintiff or dissolved by Judicial Decree. As a consequence, someone who is now 38 and had an FRO entered when he or she was 18- 20 years old- is still under the same restraints.
Employers vary in response to a background check that discloses an FRO. Rules also vary from state to state, but it is also important to keep in mind that even if you have moved from the state where the FRO was entered it is still in full force and effect wherever you reside.
In some cases, as with celebrities, Domestic Violence does not seem to affect their job or popularity. Charlie Sheen, for example appears to be one such individual.
