Dear maeketner
This is you hearing to SHOW CAUSE as to why the Peace Order should NOT become permanent. If you do not show up, it will be a permanent order by default. If you show up you want to explain what happened, if anything. Check the dates that are listed in the affidavit so you can bring witnesses, if you want, as to where you were and what you were doing that day and time. If you say nothing, the order will be granted and it will go on your record. Many times this hinders employment, leasing an apartment, etc.
I do not suggest you go in an say I did it - unless you can prove that whatever it is being alleged was done in some kind of self defense.
If you say anything else, you will be admitting guilt. If you did not do it, say that. Do not look at the Petitioner, stay focused on the judge and do not speak until asked a question by the judge.
You do not want this Temporary Order to made permanent
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If my answer has been helpful, please ACCEPT my answer so I get credit for my effort to help you . If I can be of further help, let me know. Appropriate FEEDBACK is appreciated as is a bonus. Thanks ~ Michelle
Edited by Michelle on May 11 2008 at 8:28pm
