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01. Start with a blank Legal Protective Order Form
Open the blank document in the editor, set the document view, and add extra pages if applicable.
02. Add and configure fillable fields
Use the top toolbar to insert fields like text and signature boxes, radio buttons, checkboxes, and more. Assign users to fields.
03. Distribute your form
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Step 1: Sign in to DocHub to create your Legal Protective Order Form.

First, sign in to your DocHub account. If you don't have one, you can simply sign up for free.

Step 2: Go to the dashboard.

Once signed in, access your dashboard. This is your primary hub for all document-based tasks.

Step 3: Launch new document creation.

In your dashboard, click on New Document in the upper left corner. Choose Create Blank Document to put together the Legal Protective Order Form from scratch.

Step 4: Incorporate template fillable areas.

Add different fields like text boxes, photos, signature fields, and other interactive areas to your template and designate these fields to intended individuals as required.

Step 5: Configure your template.

Customize your form by adding walkthroughs or any other vital information utilizing the text option.

Step 6: Double-check and refine the content of the document.

Thoroughly check your created Legal Protective Order Form for any errors or required adjustments. Make use of DocHub's editing tools to fine-tune your template.

Step 7: Share or download the template.

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Unlike a TRO, which can only be enforced by action in civil court, an order of protection can be enforced by local and state police agencies. A person who violates an order of protection may be arrested and prosecuted in criminal court.
There are no fees charged for obtaining an Order of Protection or for the service of that Order. Note: You will need to have a good (valid) address for the person against whom you are filing the Petition because your Petition must be served on the respondent at a later time.
California Penal Code 136.2(a)(1) Upon a good cause belief that harm to, or intimidation or dissuasion of, a victim or witness has occurred or is reasonably likely to occur, a court with jurisdiction over a criminal matter may issue orders, including, but not limited to, the following Stay Away No contact Etc.
You can find online resources about protective orders at Illinois Legal Aid Online (ILAO), including an online program to assist with preparing an Order of Protection before you come to court. You can also access the necessary court paperwork online and fill it out before bringing it to the courthouse.
Start with a general paragraph summarizing the overall history of abuse, how long it has lasted, and your efforts to stop it. Be as specific as possible and give details about how you or others were harmed by Respondent. Organize your declaration with the most recent events first, going backward in time.
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Proof: In order to obtain an emergency order of protection, the petitioner needs to file a petition and go in front of a Judge (without the other partys presence) and put forth evidence of abuse by the other party. Keep in mind that this evidence can simply be the word of the petitioner.
If the offender was not served, the judge will reschedule the hearing for another day. If that happens and you have an emergency order, the order will be extended until the date of the next hearing. How long will the plenary order last? A plenary protective order can last up to two years.

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