This trial is divided into two main sections: Protection Order Proceedings, and Assault & Battery Proceedings. Although you can go in either order, we have some recommendations: Start by reading the Background Facts which contain a short description of the facts of the case. From there go to the Protection Order Proceedings and proceed in sequence to the Assault and Battery Proceedings.

Part 1: Protection Order Proceedings
Contains three parts:

• Out-of-State Protection Order
• Petition for Protection Order
• Violation of Protection Order

Part 2: Assault & Battery Proceedings
Contains five parts:

• Arraignment
• Motion to Dismiss
• Motion to Suppress
• Trial
• Judgment & Sentencing