How long does the harrassment need to have occurred?
• A course of conduct is defined as a series of acts over a period of time, however short, of following, detaining, restraining the personal liberty of, or stalking, telephoning, contacting, or otherwise communicating with the petitioner (victim). Is there a fee or cost for obtaining a harassment protection order? • There are no fees or costs associated with the request or service of a harassment 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 do I obtain a domestic abuse protection order or a harassment protection order? 1. Protection orders are issued through district court. The law allows you to file the order without an attorney. Standard forms are available at the district court clerk’s office, your local domestic violence or Victim/Witness Program or on the Nebraska Judicial Branch website. The Lancaster County District Court is located at
