Persons who are seriously alarmed, annoyed, or harassed by conduct which serves no legitimate or lawful purpose. Person does not need to have a relationship with the person harassing them. Prohibit harassment and contact of any kind. Restrain party from coming within a specific distance from petitioner's workplace, school, residence, etc. Can be obtained in district or superior court.
Person files a petition which involves filling out paperwork.
After reviewing your petition the court may grant or deny a temporary emergency order effective for up to 14 days. The other party is served with the petition, notice of hearing and temporary order. A hearing is held within 14 days at which time the court may deny the petition or grant an order effective for up to one year. Forms and instructions are provided by the Clerk's Office. Additional costs can include copy, service and local surcharge fees.