Nebraska Request For Hearing (Harassment and Domestic Abuse) is a procedure for victims of domestic violence and/or harassment to seek court intervention. Victims can file a petition with a local court requesting a hearing to obtain a protective order. There are two types of hearings available: Temporary Restraining Order (TO) and Permanent Restraining Order (PRO). A TO is an order issued by the court without a hearing. It is a temporary order that provides protection until a full hearing can be held. A PRO is a court order requiring an abuser to stay away from the victim and their home. It can also include additional provisions, such as requiring the abuser to pay for counseling or other assistance. Both orders are enforceable by the police and can provide victims with much-needed protection from further violence or harassment.




