You have the protection of a Magistrate Order of Emergency Protection (MOEP)
What is this?
It is a GENERAL emergency order that orders him/her to stop committing violence against you, to stay away from you and your family, to stop any communication, direct or through others, that is threatening or harassing. If he/she violates the MOEP, he/she is committing a crime and can be arrested for violating this order! This order is only for 31 to 91 days and may not address your specific needs.
What do I do now?
Call or come to the District Attorney’s office to obtain an order that is specific to YOUR NEEDS and YOUR CHILDREN’s needs and may be enforceable for up to 2 years. Find resources available to you.
Webb County District Attorney’s Office
1110 Victoria, Suite 401
Laredo, Texas 78040
956-523-4900
(No appointment needed)
Who do you call?
- CASA MISERICORDIA (shelter, crisis counseling, support group, and children’s services) – 956-712-9591
- SCAN (Counseling) – 956-724-3177
- TRLA (Legal Assistance) – 956- 718-4600
- PILLAR (Crisis Intervention) – 956- 723-7457
For emergencies, please call 9-1-1.
For crisis hotline and shelter, call Casa Misericordia at 956-712-9591 they have 24 hr. staff available 7 days a week.
IF THE ADDRESS OR PHONE NUMBER YOU PROVIDED TO THE POLICE HAS OR WILL CHANGE, PLEASE CALL THE DA’S OFFICE IMMEDIATELY AT 956-523-4900 TO UPDATE YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION
