HB1286

Military protective order must be reported and considered in protective order proceedings.

Indiana HB1286 mandates that parties in protective order proceedings inform the court of any military protective orders in effect. Courts must consider such orders and may grant ex parte relief without notice or hearing. Relief can include enjoining violence, prohibiting communication, and ordering exclusive possession of property. The order is effective for two years unless otherwise specified. The bill also requires courts to electronically notify law enforcement and transmit copies of the order.