Information About Filing a Domestic Violence or Dating Violence Civil Protection Order Petition

This form provides information about filing a petition for a Civil Protection Order related to domestic or dating violence. It explains what the petition is and what steps are involved in the court process.

Common questions

Is there a fee to file this petition?

The form states that there is NO FEE for filing the Petition.

Who can give me legal advice?

The form notes that neither the Clerk of Court’s Office nor the local domestic violence program can give legal advice; only a lawyer can give legal advice.

Revision history

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

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