R. Kelly Associate Ordered to Stay Away from Joycelyn Savage and Her Family

Four years ago R. Kelly's former manager James Mason was accused of threatening to kill the father of Kellz most loyal girlfriend Joycelyn Savage [click here if you missed that]. 

The case has been settled...

From TMZ

A spokesperson for the Henry County D.A.'s office, tells TMZ ... the case against Mr. Mason was dismissed last month in exchange for him agreeing to a permanent protective order that prohibits him from having any contact with Kelly's girlfriend, her father, and their family.

In addition, the spokesperson tells us the victim also signed a permanent protective order not to contact Mason.