Family Violence Orders (Hybrid Explainer + Comparison)
Texas Family Violence Cases: No-Contact Bond Conditions vs. Protective Orders
Same goal—very different rules.
Quick Differences
- No-Contact Bond Condition: Comes from the criminal case; tied to your bond; judge can modify.
- Protective Order: A separate civil order; can last longer; violations can be new charges.
Common Pitfalls
- Indirect contact counts: Messaging through friends can still violate.
- “Mutual contact” is risky: Even if the other person reaches out, you may not reply.
- Address changes: Update the court immediately if ordered to stay away from a residence.