How do I know if the relationship qualifies for a “domestic” abuse protection order?
• A victim of domestic abuse includes spouses or former spouses, children, persons who are presently residing together or who have resided together in the past, persons who have a child in common, and persons who are presently involved in a dating relationship with each other or who have been involved in a dating relationship with each other. Can a child, under the age of 19, obtain a domestic abuse protection order? • In the event the protection order is sought for a minor child, the petition should be filed by the parent, guardian, or next of kin of the minor child. Is there a fee or cost for obtaining a domestic abuse protection order? • There are no fees or costs associated with the request or service of a domestic abuse protection order. However, the court may assess fees if the court finds that the statements contained in the application were false and that the protection order was sought in bad faith. How long is a protection order valid? • Protection orders are valid for one ye
