T emporary P rotection O rder
The Compl icat ions When Chi ldren Are Involved
A temporary protection order (TPO) is a court order that protects a victim of violence from their significant other, either between a boyfriend and girlfriend or a married couple. The TPO is drafted when one spouse harms another, and the victim goes to court to protect themselves from further violence. A court-ordered TPO may state that the attacker needs to remain 500 yards away from the victim at all times and cannot contact the victim in any way. Typically, a TPO can last from 30 days up to 12 months. If the TPO is just between two people, it’s very straightforward. The people involved understand what the rules are: The attacker cannot talk to or approach the victim within the specified time under any circumstance. But when children are involved, the situation becomes far more complex. The children of the couple are not subject to the TPO, especially when the attacker didn’t harm the child or harm the victim in front of the child. These types of cases create dicey situations; the attacker still has the right to see their children, but they can’t come close to or contact the victim to spend time with their kids. In cases like these, it’s essential to plan ahead. Figure out how communication will occur and if there needs to be any modification to the TPO. The court may change it to state that there will be no contact between the two parties involved unless it is the exchange of information related to their children. Often times, these exchanges occur at a police station to ensure communication runs smoothly with no further confrontations. Everything becomes more complicated when children are involved. The overall well-being of the children needs to be considered when these types of situations occur. If you find yourself having to make difficult decisions concerning your children and are unsure which path to take, call the Manely Law Firm. Our team is ready and willing to help you in every way we can.
M iso C aramel A pples
Inspired by Bon Appétit
I ngredients 4 Granny Smith apples
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1/2 cup raw pistachios
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1 1/2 tsp plus 1 cup sugar
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3 tbsp sesame seeds
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2 tbsp white miso, divided
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4 Popsicle sticks
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2 tbsp light corn syrup
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1/4 cup heavy cream
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1/4 tsp kosher salt
D irections
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Heat oven to 275 F.
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In a food processor, pulse pistachios and 1 1/2 tsp sugar. Add sesame seeds and 1 tbsp miso, pulsing until miso is fully broken up. Spread evenly on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake for 15–20 minutes and let cool.
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Meanwhile, insert a Popsicle stick into the center of each apple.
4. In a saucepan, bring corn syrup, 1 cup sugar, and 2 tbsp water to a boil. Boil for 5–7 minutes, swirling infrequently, until caramel is a light amber color. Add cream and salt to caramel, whisking to combine. Transfer to a large mixing bowl and quickly whisk in remaining miso. To assemble, first roll apple in caramel, then in pistachio mixture, before resting on greased baking sheet. 6. 5.
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Let cool 30 minutes and serve.
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