Maryland Petition For Protection From Domestic Violence/Child Abuse/Vulnerable Adult Abuse (Bilingual — Chinese Format) is a legal document that provides a pathway to protection and safety for victims of domestic violence, child abuse, and vulnerable adult abuse in the state of Maryland. This bilingual petition is available in both English and Chinese, and is designed to protect victims of abuse in both languages. The petition may be used to obtain a court order to protect someone from an abuser, to place restrictions on the abuser, or to require the abuser to participate in a treatment program. There are three types of petitions available: Domestic Violence, Child Abuse, and Vulnerable Adult Abuse. Each type of petition provides specific protections and remedies for the victim of abuse. All types of petitions require a detailed description of the abuse, as well as the name of the abuser. The victim must also provide evidence of the abuse and may also seek help from a qualified domestic violence counselor. Once the petition is filed, a court hearing will be scheduled to determine whether the petition should be granted.