What are the grounds for a restraining order in Ohio?

You may be eligible to file a restraining order against:

• Your current or former spouse;
• Someone with whom you have a child in common;
• Someone you are dating or used to date;
• Anyone who lives in your home or has lived in your home.

How long is a restraining order good for in Ohio?

five years
A CPO can last up to five years but if the respondent (abuser) is under age 18 when the order is issued against him/her, the order can only last until s/he turns 19 (unless it is renewed/extended).

When to file for a restraining order in Ohio?

If you don’t qualify for immediate protection, can use a petition for domestic violence civil protection order form. If you are being stalked or have been sexually assaulted, you may need a civil stalking or sexually oriented offense protection order form.

What happens if someone files a restraining order against you?

You lose the right to possess, transport, ship or buy firearms when you have a criminal restraining order against you. You get those rights back only if the order is expunged or pardoned. If someone files a restraining order against you, the next steps are crucial.

Where to file a protection order in Ohio?

Columbus, Ohio 43215 Monday through Friday 8 am to 3 pm. Filers are encouraged to arrive as soon as possible to complete the filing process. Other items not addressed can be directed to the Protection Order Liaison at 614.525.3766.

How does an indigent file for a restraining order?

If the petitioner is an indigent, he may file an “IFP form” which shall entitle him to waive the filing fee. Once the filing fee is paid, the court administrator will forward the petition to the judge for review. If the judge found that there is a necessity for the issuance of the restraining order, he shall issue it forthwith.

Can a restraining order be granted in Ohio?

There are two kinds of protection orders in Ohio. A temporary ex parte protection order can be granted the same day you file your petition in order to give you immediate protection from the abuser. The judge can grant the ex parte order if there is “good cause” to do so.

Columbus, Ohio 43215 Monday through Friday 8 am to 3 pm. Filers are encouraged to arrive as soon as possible to complete the filing process. Other items not addressed can be directed to the Protection Order Liaison at 614.525.3766.

What to do if someone violates a restraining order?

Contact your county’s Clerk of Courts to determine the exact procedures for your place of residence. Call 911 immediately if the person violates the order. Contact a shelter or crisis center if you need a place to go to avoid danger. This article was written by Legal Beagle staff.

Can you get a CPO and a TPO in Ohio?

You may want to pursue both civil and criminal actions for maximum protection. Both a civil (CPO) and criminal protection order (TPO) orders an abuser not to abuse or harass a victim of domestic violence. However, in Ohio, these orders are very different legal tools.