The Iowa Petition for Relief from Domestic Abuse on Behalf of a Ward (1.01 MB) is a legal document used in the state of Iowa to provide protection for a minor who is a victim of domestic violence. The petition is used to petition the court to grant a restraining order against the abuser and to provide other forms of relief. This petition can also be used to request an order to vacate a shared residence, to prohibit contact between the abuser and the minor, and to request financial assistance. There are two types of Iowa Petitions for Relief from Domestic Abuse on Behalf of a Ward (1.01 MB): Temporary and Permanent. The Temporary Petition is usually requested when the minor is in immediate danger, while the Permanent Petition is requested when the minor needs long-term protection. Both petitions require the court to consider the best interests of the minor when making its decision.