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The party seeking the entry of an ex parte order of protection has a high burden of proof and must demonstrate ?[a]n immediate and present danger of abuse to the petitioner.?

If you believe the protection order was granted improperly or that it is no longer needed, you can file a motion asking the court to ?dissolve? (terminate or cancel) the protection order. After you file the motion, the court will decide whether or not to schedule a hearing.

A protective order is a legal document issued by a judge, which prevents someone from harming you (or your children), and attaches serious legal consequences for any violations. In Tennessee, there are two main types of protective order: Temporary Protection Order (TPO) Extended Protection Order (EPO)

Dismissal by Respondent Respondents must gather any evidence they may have indicating that the plaintiff does not need protection and plead their case before a judge. If the respondent presents a compelling argument, or if the plaintiff does not appear in court, the judge dismiss the order.

The no contact order of protection prohibits the seven forms of abuse above, and also prohibits the defendant from coming about the plaintiff (coming within eyeshot of the plaintiff, where ever she/he may be). That means at home, at work, on the public streets, or anywhere else.

There is no fee to file for a protection order. A judge can grant you a temporary protection order if you are in immediate danger of abuse or for other ?good cause.?2 The abuser does not have to be in court or be told beforehand that you are asking the judge for a temporary order for the judge to issue it.