Did you know that "restraining order" is a broad term used to cover orders from a civil court that require one of the parties to take or refrain from certain actions, while an Order of Protection is the correct term for what people are talking about when they usually say restraining order? In this article, our Naperville Order of Protection attorneys talk about how to file for an Order of Protection and what remedies are available if your order is granted.

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It can be hard to navigate what documents are needed for an Illinois Order of protection or restraining order, so this article by our Naperville Order of Protection lawyers covers the steps you need to take in order to file a petition for one in Illinois.

An Order of Protection is the preferred term for what most people would call a restraining order, and there are many documents and even some filing fees that may be needed for you to file. Navigate through the confusion and get the protection you need.

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Orders of Protection are intended to prevent abuse at the hands of a family member or household member.  In this article, our Naperville restraining order lawyers explain the broad definition of "abuse" according to Illinois law. "Abuse" is more than just physical abuse. According to the Domestic Violence Act abuse is considered:

• Physical abuse;
• Harassment;
• Interference with personal liberty;
• Intimidation of a dependent; or
• Willful deprivation.

This article goes into detail to explain what type of behavior falls under each of these categories.

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