Section TCT.04.18 — Action By The Court

A petition for a protective order may be made in writing, and must be made in writing if the party seeking the order has counsel. Otherwise it may be made orally in open court. Upon considering the petition for a protective order, which may be heard ex parte, the Court may issue an immediate order terminating peacemaking proceedings and must issue an order for the purpose of conducting a hearing on the petition for a protective order. Upon a full hearing, following notice to the parties, the court may terminate peacemaking proceedings or place reasonable limitations upon them. The person seeking a protective order must pay a fee of $10 to the Clerk of Court at the time of filing of the petition.