Verified by Licensed Bail Bond Professionals•Last updated: March 2026
Definition: A court order prohibiting the defendant from having any direct or indirect contact with a specified person, typically the alleged victim. Commonly issued as a condition of bail in domestic violence, stalking, and sexual offense cases.
Category: Bail Conditions · Statute: F.S. 741.30, F.S. 903.047 · Source: Florida Legislature
What a No-Contact Order Means
A no-contact order prohibits all forms of communication with the named person, including:
- In-person contact
- Phone calls and text messages
- Email and social media
- Contact through third parties (friends, family)
- Being within a certain distance of the person
Consequences of Violation
Violating a no-contact order is a separate criminal offense (contempt of court or violation of injunction) and results in:
- Immediate arrest
- Bail revocation
- New criminal charges
- Potential jail time for the violation itself
Even accidental contact (bumping into the person at a store) should be reported to your attorney immediately.