The attached flow chart addresses the question of when a PPO is proper. File Petition on court approved form, with required information completed. Housemate or former housemate.
Parties have a child in common.
Are dating or have dated. Communicating with petitioner. Attempting to commit or threaten to commit acts of violence against petitioner or children. Interfering with petitioner's job. Removing petitioner's minor children from petitioner's possession.