Illinois Summons For Order Of Protection is a legal document used to request a court order that will protect an individual from domestic violence, stalking, or other forms of abuse. It can be issued by the court to a respondent with or without notice, and is used to provide protection from harassment or physical harm. There are three types of Illinois Summons For Order Of Protection: Emergency Order of Protection, Interim Order of Protection, and Plenary Order of Protection. An Emergency Order of Protection is issued when there is an imminent danger of abuse and is valid for up to 21 days. An Interim Order of Protection is issued when both parties have been notified and is valid for up to 30 days. A Plenary Order of Protection is issued after a full hearing and is valid for up to two years.