Under Indiana Code 34-26-5-4, the petition must be filed in the county where at least one of the following applies: The person applying for a protective order currently or temporarily resides (Petitioner) The person whom the protective order is being sought against resides (Respondent) The county where the incident occurred Under Indiana Law, there are specific qualifications that must apply for a person to be eligible for a protective order.  These involve acts of domestic violence, stalking or sex crimes committed against the Petitioner by the Respondent.  Click the link to read see if you are eligible:  Indiana Code 34-26-5-2 The person applying for the protective order must go to the Floyd County Clerk’s Office, Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm, excluding County recognized holidays. A person may also apply for a protective order from Friday at 4:00pm through Sunday at 12:00am (midnight) in the lobby of the Sheriff’s Department.