Hancock County Orders of Protection

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Orders of Protection (OP) provide legal safeguards for individuals experiencing abuse, harassment, or threats. We explain the types of protective orders available and the steps for requesting one through the Hancock County Circuit Court.

The Hancock County Circuit Clerk provides standardized forms to assist with requesting a protection order from the Court. There are no fees charged for obtaining a protection order, or for service of the order to the other party involved.

The Order of Protection (OP) cases include:

  • Order of Protection

  • Civil No Contact Order

  • Stalking No Contact Order

  • Firearm Restraining Order

Order of Protection Forms

Steps for Obtaining a Protection Order

  1. Visit Illinois Courts to access and complete the appropriate Order of Protection forms.

If you do not have internet access or prefer assistance, you may come to the Circuit Clerk’s Office to obtain the necessary forms.

  1. Complete the petition forms as thoroughly as possible.
  2. Return the completed petition to the Circuit Clerk’s Office.
  3. Once your petition is filed, the Circuit Clerk’s Office will schedule your case to be heard before a judge as soon as possible.

Counseling for Abuse Survivors

Western Illinois Regional Council advocates are available to help. All services are free and Spanish speaking advocates are available.

Counseling for Abuse Survivors