An Illinois Order of Protection-Petition For is a legal document that requests the court to issue an order of protection from abuse, harassment, or stalking. This petition can be filed by an individual, a family member, or a law enforcement officer on behalf of the alleged victim. The petition can request an emergency or a plenary order of protection. An emergency order of protection is typically issued without notice to the respondent, and without a court hearing. This type of order is intended to provide immediate protection to the alleged victim. A plenary order of protection is issued following a court hearing, where both parties are allowed to present evidence and argue their case before a judge. In order to file a petition in Illinois, the petitioner must provide certain information to the court, including the identity of the respondent, the nature of the abuse or harassment, and the requested relief. The petitioner must also provide a statement of the facts and evidence in support of the petition.
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Any person who violates an order of protection in Illinois will likely face Class A misdemeanor charges. The punishment can include up to one year in jail and a $2,500 fine. The court may also sentence the defendant to probation, counseling, and community service.
An order of protection is a court order which restricts an abuser and only is available to family or household members. An order of protection may: prohibit abuser from continuing threats and abuse (abuse includes physical abuse, harassment, intimidation, interference with personal liberty, or willful deprivation)
The order of protection doesn't go on your criminal record; it's part of a civil case. However, it is visible to law enforcement and those working in the court system.
Strictly speaking, a restraining order will usually not appear on a regular criminal background check. Because the order itself is only a civil matter with potential criminal penalties, it will not appear on a report containing only convictions.
You cannot expunge a violation of an order of protection in the state of Illinois if you were convicted of the crime. It must remain on your criminal record.
Unlike restraining orders, orders of protection refer to specific orders meant to protect someone from domestic violence (coming from another member of the household). Orders of protection are easier to enforce than restraining orders, and come with more severe penalties.