You can file a motion or petition in the court that issued the order of protection asking a Judge to change the terms of the order of protection. Domestic violence restraining order (MGL c.The petition that you file for an order of protection is called a "family offense petition. " Carefully fill out the petition. The DVTPO requires the offender to stop abusing and to stay away from the victims named in the Motion for Temporary Protection Order. A TRO typically is sought at the outset of litigation when the plaintiff would suffer harm while waiting for a hearing on a motion for preliminary injunction. The Court issued a temporary restraining order ("TRO") on August 31, 2004, and then extended the order to September 29, 2004. This form can serve as a template when a lawyer is filing a motion for a temporary restraining order in federal court.