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I was not granted an order of protection. What are my options?

If you did not get an order of protection, there are other ways that you can stay safe. It may be a good idea to contact a domestic violence organization to get help. They can help you to develop a safety plan and provide other free services. You can find contact information for domestic violence organizations on our CNMI Advocates and Shelters page.

You may be able to apply for a new order of protection if new acts of violence occur after you were denied the order.

If you think that the judge made an error, you can talk to a lawyer about the possibility of filing an appeal. Generally, appeals are complicated and it is very likely that you will need the help of a lawyer. For more information about appeals, go to our Filing Appeals page.

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