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JDF 574

Petition and Affidavit for Extreme Risk Protection Order

Colorado · Colorado Judicial Branch · Effective July 1, 2026

This form is used to ask the court for an Extreme Risk Protection Order. It asks the person filing the form to provide personal details about themselves and the other person involved, and to explain why they believe the other person poses a significant risk of harm.

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Where this fits in a case

Start a case

Stage: Start a case

This form is used when someone believes another person poses a significant risk of causing personal injury to themselves or others, and they are asking the court to issue a protective order.

Usually filed by the person starting the case.

Common questions

Who fills out this form?
The person starting the case, called the Petitioner, fills out this form. It also asks for information about the Respondent, who is the person who might be restrained.
What information must I provide?
You must provide contact information for both yourself and the Respondent. You also have to answer questions about why you are requesting the order and explain the reasons in detail.
Is there a fee mentioned?
The provided text does not mention any filing fees.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 10, 2026. The current version took effect July 1, 2026.

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