An Order of Protection is a court order that tells someone to stay away from you or not do certain things.
If you are a victim or a witness, contact the District Attorney's Office.
In District Court, a case must be filed before a judge can issue an Order of Protection. This usually means the person was arrested or given a ticket to come to court. You can ask for an Order of Protection at the first court date (called an arraignment). Tell the District Attorney before the arraignment that you want one.
If the person was given a ticket instead of being arrested, get a copy of the police report and complaint from the police. Tell the police you want an Order of Protection. The police must file the case with the court before the judge can issue the order.
If the person was not arrested or charged, call the police to make a report.
If you are related to or live with the person, you might be a victim of Domestic Violence.