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title: "Can I get a Massachusetts 209A restraining order?"
description: "Victims of domestic violence can apply for a c. 209A restraining order at Fall River District Court or any Massachusetts district court. Orders can require the defendant to stay away, refrain from..."
url: https://massduiguy.com/faq-items/can-i-get-a-massachusetts-209a-restraining-order/
date: 2026-07-01
modified: 2026-07-01
author: "Criminal Defense Attorney Rory Munns"
type: avada_faq
lang: en
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# Can I get a Massachusetts 209A restraining order?

Victims of domestic violence can apply for a c. 209A restraining order at Fall River District Court or any Massachusetts district court. Orders can require the defendant to stay away, refrain from contact, vacate a shared residence, and surrender firearms. For emergency situations call SafeLink Massachusetts at 877-785-2020 or 911.