What is the procedure for obtaining a restraining order?

Question

What is the procedure for obtaining a restraining order?

Answer 1

File the application.  Attach supporting police reports and other documentation demonstrating that someone is likely to act unlawfully and that you are in fear of physical harm.  Cops can help with that.  On the other hand, if you want to stop lawful but annoying activity, the court will refuse the application.

Answer 2

You must go before a magistrate and advise him/her why you need the restraining order. If he/she feels that one is need to protect you, it will be issued and the Sheriff's office will serve it on the subject.

Answer 3

Check with your local magistrate/judge.  Demonstrate why.  If the police were called in at some point this would help you out.

Answer 4

Go down to the police station.

Tell them you want a restraining order.