Victims cannot drop the 'No Contact Order' in a felony level case. The order is between the judge and the defendant, therefore the victim cannot affect change to the order. 'No Contact Orders' are issued at arraignment and sentencing and are designed to enhance the safety of the victim. As the victim, you have a right to address the court at the sentencing hearing and ask the judge to lift the order. This is the victim's only opportunity to address lifting the 'No Contact Order'. Even if a victim requests at sentencing that the order be lifted, the judge makes the final decision. The Prosecuting Attorney's Office does not recommend lifting these orders and cannot assist victims in their request. The length of time the order remains in effect is determined by law. Victims will be provided a certified copy of the 'No Contact Order'.