A Michigan Personal Protection Order Against A Minor (or PPO) is a court order issued by a judge that is designed to protect a minor from physical harm, harassment, stalking, or intimidation. It can be issued to protect a minor from an adult or another minor. This type of protection order can be requested by a parent or guardian of the minor, or by a prosecuting attorney. There are two types of Michigan Personal Protection Orders Against A Minor: Ex Parte and Final Personal Protection Order. An Ex Parte PPO is issued without the respondent being present and is usually valid for a maximum of 14 days. A Final Personal Protection Order is issued after the respondent has been given a chance to be heard and is usually valid for up to one year. A Michigan Personal Protection Order Against A Minor can include various restrictions such as prohibiting the respondent from contacting or being near the minor, possessing a firearm, and/or entering the minor's residence. Violation of the order can result in a contempt of court charge.