A Harassment Order addresses unwanted behavior that may not necessarily involve physical harm but still causes significant distress to the victim. In contrast, a Restraining Order is typically sought in cases involving a history of violence, physical threat, or other forms of serious harm.
A no contact order is a signed order by a judge that prevents a person from being in physical or verbal contact with another person directly or indirectly. They tend to be temporary and set for a specific amount of time. Direct contact means by phone, written documentation, or in person visitation.
CIVIL STALKING PROTECTION ORDERS. A person who is a victim of menacing by stalking may apply for a Civil Stalking Protection Order (CSPO). This is an order that prohibits the respondent from contacting, following, and/or threatening you for up to five years.
A: NO. IT WOULD NOT GO ON YOUR RECORD. THIS GOES FOR A RESTRAINING ORDER OR CIVIL PROTECTION ORDER. IT MUST BE GRANTED IN ORDER TO GO ON YOUR RECORD.
Commonalities and Differences: Protection Orders in Ohio Type of OrderWho Can FileDuration Temporary Protection Order (TPO) Victim of domestic violence or threat of violence 7-10 days Civil Protection Order (CPO) Victim of abuse or harassment from family or household member Up to 5 years3 more rows •
A Temporary Restraining Order (“TRO”) is a court order that prohibits one or both of the parties from doing certain things during the pendency of a case. A TRO is usually issued at the beginning of a case and stays in effect until it is either modified by the Court or the case ends.