Framingham State University Student Facing a Restraining Order? Protect Their Future with Experienced Legal Defense
Restraining orders are serious legal matters that can have profound consequences for college students. Whether filed by a roommate, partner, classmate, or someone off-campus, a restraining order can restrict your child's movement, communication, and jeopardize their housing, scholarships, or academic future at Framingham State University.
At Marin, Barrett, and Murphy Law Firm, we provide skilled defense for students facing restraining orders in Framingham District Court. We also guide families through the university's disciplinary process to protect your child's education and reputation.
📞 Call (857) 229-2442 now for a free, confidential consultation with an experienced defense attorney.
What Is a Restraining Order in Massachusetts?
In Massachusetts, courts issue two main types of civil protection orders:
🔹 209A Abuse Prevention Orders: Typically involve romantic or family relationships and require evidence of abuse or threats.
🔹 258E Harassment Prevention Orders: Do not require a prior relationship but involve repeated harassment, threats, or intimidation.
These orders can:
🏠 Force your child to move out of shared housing
🚫 Prohibit all contact with the complainant
🚷 Restrict presence on campus or near certain individuals
📋 Trigger university disciplinary proceedings
Framingham District Court Process
Restraining orders often start with an emergency request and hearing without notice to the accused. If a temporary order is issued, your child must:
📅 Appear in Framingham District Court for a 10-day hearing
📜 Present evidence and testimony
⚖️ Challenge the need for a long-term order
If granted, the order can last up to a year and may be extended. Violating any term of the order, even unintentionally, is a criminal offense.
Framingham State University Disciplinary Action
A restraining order can lead to university disciplinary action, even without criminal charges. Under the Framingham State Code of Conduct, students may face:
🏠 Emergency removal from housing
📋 Disciplinary hearings
📤 Suspension or expulsion
🚫 No-contact directives impacting social and academic life
In some cases, university discipline may proceed independently of the court's outcome.
Parent FAQs
Will This Stay on My Child's Record?
While restraining orders are civil, they appear in court databases and may be visible during background checks for jobs, graduate school, or government applications.
Can This Prevent My Child From Graduating?
Yes, if your child is removed from housing or suspended, it may delay or interrupt their academic progress.
What Happens If the Accuser Is Another Student?
The university may enforce campus restrictions, such as changing shared classes, issuing no-contact orders, or limiting access to buildings and events.
Can My Child Go to Jail?
Not for the restraining order itself, but violating it—even accidentally—can lead to arrest and criminal prosecution.
Legal Defense Strategies
Our experienced attorneys have successfully defended college students by:
📜 Presenting witness testimony and evidence
⚖️ Filing cross-complaints when the client is also a victim
🚫 Demonstrating lack of credible threat or harassment
🗳️ Highlighting constitutional due process issues
We also work to minimize university discipline or seek reinstatement if consequences have already been imposed.
Why Choose Marin, Barrett, and Murphy Law Firm?
🎯 Extensive experience defending college students in restraining order cases
🔍 Deep knowledge of Framingham District Court and university disciplinary systems
📚 Skilled in coordinating legal and academic defense strategies
🤝 Committed to protecting your child's rights and educational future
Contact Us Today for a Free, Confidential Consultation
Marin, Barrett, and Murphy Law Firm
📍 572 Washington Street, Suite 21, Wellesley, MA 02482
📞 (857) 229-2442
We're available 24/7 to discuss urgent student cases. If your child at Framingham State University is facing a restraining order, don't wait—call now for strategic, student-focused legal defense.
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