In this article, we discuss how to file an order of protection in Cook County, IL. Orders of Protection are intended to protect the petitioner or other protected parties from abuse at the hands of a family member or household member.  The term "abuse" is very broad, and is not limited to physical abuse.  The term "family or household member" is also very broad and can include past dating relationships.

In this article, our Cook County restraining order lawyers explain stalking no contact orders. If you are not eligible for an order of protection because the unwanted behavior is not at the hands of a family member or household member, you may be eligible for a stalking no contact order.  Stalking No Contact Orders are intended to prevent stalking behavior from unrelated individuals.  We explain what qualifies as "stalking" and how to file a petition for a stalking no contact order.

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In this article, our Cook County restraining order attorneys explain the definition of "abuse" for Cook County Orders of Protection.  In order to receive an Order of Protection, the petitioner must generally demonstrate that "abuse" has occurred. The term "abuse" includes physical abuse, harassment, interference with personal liberty, intimidation of a dependent, and "willful deprivation."