Vermont PC Order with Scope is a type of court order issued by a Vermont court that provides for protective measures to be taken to ensure the safety of the person or persons named in the order. The order can range from prohibiting contact with a protected person, to requiring the respondent to attend counseling or anger management, to surrender and transfer of firearms, to alcohol or drug testing. The order is effective for up to one year and can be extended. The order is enforceable by both state and local law enforcement and carries criminal penalties for violations. There are three types of Vermont PC Orders with Scope: temporary restraining orders, preliminary protective orders, and final protective orders. A temporary restraining order is issued when a court finds there is an immediate and present danger of abuse. A preliminary protective order is issued when a court finds there is reasonable cause to believe abuse has occurred or is likely to occur. A final protective order is issued when a court finds that abuse has occurred and orders the respondent to take certain actions.