IL defense lawyerViolating an order of protection is a criminal offense. If you are subject to an order of protection, you must carefully abide by the restrictions listed in the order. It is very important to take the time to read through the entire order of protection so that you know what is expected of you. This means avoiding places where you know you are likely to encounter the protected party and avoiding any attempts at communicating with him or her. An experienced Arlington Heights, IL domestic violence attorney can provide specific guidance to help you avoid violating your order of protection or the conditions of your pretrial release if you are also facing criminal charges. Violating the court’s orders while you are out on bond after a domestic violence arrest can make defending your case significantly more difficult.