Domestic violence is a grave violation of human rights that requires an immediate and decisive legal response. At Legal Sandbox Georgia, we provide urgent, confidential, and expert legal services in Tbilisi for victims of domestic violence. Our paramount goal is to secure your safety through the powerful legal mechanisms established by Georgian law, primarily the Law of Georgia on the Elimination of Domestic Violence, Protection of and Assistance to Victims of Domestic Violence. We understand the sensitivity and urgency of these situations and are dedicated to providing the robust legal support you need to break the cycle of abuse and protect your well-being.
Under Georgian law, domestic violence is broadly defined and encompasses not only physical abuse but also psychological, economic, and sexual violence or coercion perpetrated by one family member against another. This comprehensive definition is crucial as it allows victims to seek legal protection from a wide range of abusive behaviors. The law provides specific protective instruments to ensure the immediate safety of victims. Our lawyers are experts in interpreting the nuances of these definitions and applying them to the specific facts of your case to build the strongest possible argument for legal intervention.
The primary tools for immediate protection are the Restraining Order and the Protective Order. A Restraining Order can be issued by the police for a period of up to one month and serves as an emergency measure to prevent the abuser from committing further violent acts. It can prohibit the abuser from approaching the victim, their workplace, or other specified locations. A Protective Order is issued by a court for a period of up to six months and can offer more extensive protections, including evicting the abuser from a shared residence, restricting their right to use joint property, and prohibiting them from possessing a weapon, regardless of who owns it.
Obtaining these legal protections requires swift and precise action. The process begins with reporting the violence to the police or filing an application directly with the court. Our role at Legal Sandbox Georgia is to guide you through every step of this critical process. We assist in gathering evidence, preparing the necessary legal documents, and representing you before the police and in court to ensure a protective order is granted and enforced. We are committed to using the full force of Georgian law to secure your immediate and long-term safety, allowing you to move forward with your life free from fear.
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