An Illinois Summons Order of Protection is a court order issued by a judge or magistrate that requires an individual to stop engaging in certain behaviors, such as threatening or harassing another person. It can also require the individual to stay away from the protected person and their home, school, or workplace. There are three types of Illinois Summons Orders of Protection: Plenary Order of Protection, Emergency Order of Protection, and Stalking No Contact Order. A Plenary Order of Protection is usually issued after a hearing in which the court finds that the individual has committed or is likely to commit a violent act against another person. It can last up to two years and can include conditions such as prohibiting the individual from contacting the protected person, entering their home, or possessing firearms. An Emergency Order of Protection is issued without a hearing and is effective immediately. It is typically given in situations where there is an imminent risk of physical harm and is valid for up to 21 days. Conditions of an Emergency Order of Protection can be similar to those of a Plenary Order. A Stalking No Contact Order is issued after a hearing in which the court finds that the individual has stalked another person. It is enforced for up to two years and prohibits the individual from contacting or following the protected person, entering their home, or possessing firearms.