1) Motions for Modification and Dismissal shall be served upon the opposing party no less than five (5) days before the scheduled hearing.

2) Where appropriate for the protection of the parties and any minor children in the home, it is within the Judge's discretion to condition modification or dismissal upon completion of parenting classes, completion of domestic violence counseling or participation in any other necessary service.

3) Motions to extend the period of protection offered by a Domestic Violence Order shall be filed and set for hearing before the expiration of the original DVO. That time frame should include a minimum of five (5) days notice upon the Respondent before the hearing.