General Forms ; GF-5. Temporary Order of Protection (Family Court).Learn how to file restraining orders for domestic violence, including steps for temporary and final orders, child custody, and resources for victims. Petition for (Custody) (Visitation). Find and download various legal forms, brochures, and self-help kits. If a form does not open, right-click the link to save it to your computer. Any applications for Temporary Restraining Orders (TROs) can be made at your local municipal court or police department. When you apply for a domestic violence restraining order, your first step will be completing an application for a temporary restraining order (TRO). If you need to file for an order of protection outside of family court business hours, local town and city courts can issue temporary orders for family court. Domestic violence restraining order (MGL c.