Domestic violence and dating violence protection order forms, along with county-specific legal and advocacy information, may also be found at Ohio Legal Help. You must complete this form and file it with the domestic relations court if you want the court to issue a Domestic Violence Civil Protection Order.Learn how to get a protection order for domestic violence or stalking in Ohio, and how they are different from restraining orders. Information regarding Civil Stalking, Civil Sexually Oriented Offense, and Domestic Violence Protection Orders. The judge can grant the ex parte order if there is "good cause" to do so. A CPO is intended to prevent further domestic violence. NOTE: The above is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Each situation varies. NOTE: The above is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Each situation varies.