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Application for Temporary and Final Protective Orders

Texas · Texas Judicial Branch

This form is used to ask the court for a temporary or final order to protect you from someone who has hurt or threatened you. It provides instructions on how to fill out the required application form.

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This form is used when someone needs protection from a close person, or from someone who has committed certain offenses or family violence.

Either party may file.

Common questions

Do I have to use the specific application form?
Yes, state law requires you to use the standardized form created by the Office of Court Administration (OCA).
Can I change the application if I am not a lawyer?
No, if you are not an attorney, you cannot change or modify the application.
Do I have to pay fees when I file this application?
No, you do not have to pay filing costs or fees when you file the application.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026.

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