A South Carolina Permanent Restraining Order is a legal document issued by a court to protect individuals from acts of harassment, abuse, stalking, or other forms of violence. It can also be used to keep someone away from a certain person or location. The order is issued by a judge and can last indefinitely or for a specific period of time. There are two types of South Carolina Permanent Restraining Order: a Domestic Abuse Restraining Order and a Stalking Protective Order. A Domestic Abuse Restraining Order is issued when there is evidence of physical or emotional abuse within a family or household. A Stalking Protective Order is issued when there is evidence of stalking or cyberstalking. Both orders can require an individual to stay away from the protected party, and can also include provisions for child custody and support, as well as restraining the abuser from possessing firearms.