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3 Types of Orders of Protection
Emergency Order of Protection An Emergency Order of Protection is a court order that protects its holder - called the petitioner- from harm by a person named in the order - called the respondent. An EOP takes effect as soon as the judge approves it. ...
What Crisis Services does Speak Out Illinois Provide?
Our Agents are trained to Provide Resources within the Community. We provide Safety Planning, Emotional Support, Assist with Orders of Protection (If Available), Process Referrals, Dispatch Emergency Services and More.
What is an Order of Protection?
An order of protection is a court order which restricts an abuser and only is available to family or household members. An order of protection may: prohibit abuser from continuing threats and abuse (abuse includes physical abuse, harassment, ...
What is a Stalking No Contact Order?
A Stalking No Contact Order (SNCO), issued by a judge, stops one person from "stalking" another. But when can you ask a judge for an SNCO? Stalking is when one person (the "stalker") repeatedly contacts, communicates with, or follows another person ...
What should Law Enforcements Response be to Violations of Orders of Protection?
Law enforcement officers should try to prevent further abuse by: arresting the abuser when appropriate and completing a police report; driving you to a medical facility, shelter or safe place or arranging for transportation to a safe place; taking ...