Warning Concerning the Attached Protection Order or Consent Agreement

This form is a warning that must be attached to any protection order or consent agreement. It warns both parties about the rules of the order, what happens if the order is broken, and rules about owning firearms.

Common questions

Who needs to see this warning?

The court is required to tell defendants and respondents about potential domestic violence firearms rules when issuing the order.

Can the person who started the case change the order?

No, only the Court can change the terms of the Protection Order. The Petitioner/Alleged Victim/Protected Person cannot change it by their words or actions.

What does this warning say about firearms?

It warns that having or buying a firearm might be a federal crime because of the order.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 10, 2026.

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