Step 1: Go to court to file the petition. If the Court grants you a Protective Order, then fill out this form and file it with the clerk.The petition that you file for an order of protection is called a "family offense petition. " Carefully fill out the petition. This packet contains forms and instructions to request a protective order. If you have been a victim of violence, stalking or sexual abuse, you can apply for a protective order to keep your abuser away from you. These are the official forms for use in Family Court proceedings. The following forms are available for downloading, printing and completing. An order of protection can order someone not to injure, threaten or harass you, your family, or any other people listed in the order. In Illinois, individuals can petition the Court for three common protective orders: Order of Protection, Stalking No Contact Order and Civil No Contact Order.