Where do I go to obtain an injunction for protection against violence?
A. You may file a petition for a Protection Against Violence at several different locations. You may complete the necessary paperwork in the Clerk of the Circuit Court: Family Law Department which is located on the first floor of the George E. Edgecomb Courthouse at 800 E. Twiggs St. in downtown Tampa. The hours of operation are 8am until 6pm, Monday through Friday. Petitions are accepted for filing until 5pm. On Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays the hours are 7am to 10am and petitions are accepted for filing until 10am. The phone number is (813) 276-8100 Ext. 4356. You may complete the necessary paperwork at the Plant City Courthouse Annex, located at 302 N. Michigan Avenue, Plant City, FL. The hours of operation are 8am until 5pm, Monday through Friday. Petitions are accepted by the clerk for filing until 4 PM. The phone number is (813) 276-8100 Ext. 4524.
