What relief can I ask for on the 209A application?

You may request the judge to order that the abuser, stop or refrain from abusing you, have no contact with you or a child in your custody, and/or vacate or move out of the house or apartment where you live.

You may also request the judge to order that you receive support and temporary custody of your children, if the abuser has a legal duty to support or shares custody. You may request payment for medical costs incurred due to injuries caused by the abuser and related loss of wages. You may ask that the abuser not contact you at work or at a relative’s home, and that your new address be kept confidential from the abuser for your safety.