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title: "What happens if I violate a restraining order in Rhode Island?"
description: "Violating a restraining order in Rhode Island is a criminal offense. Even indirect contact, such as having someone else relay a message, can constitute a violation. Consequences can include immediate..."
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date: 2026-04-18
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# What happens if I violate a restraining order in Rhode Island?

Violating a restraining order in Rhode Island is a criminal offense. Even indirect contact, such as having someone else relay a message, can constitute a violation. Consequences can include immediate arrest, criminal charges, loss of bail, and incarceration. If you have been served with a restraining order, comply with every condition immediately and consult an attorney about contesting it at the hearing rather than violating it.