Key details regarding the process:
- No Filing Fees: There is no cost to file a petition for an Injunction for Protection (commonly known as a restraining order) in Florida.
- Online & DIY Options: Residents can use the Clerk’s interactive TurboCourt Do-It-Yourself program to prepare and electronically submit petitions from a safe location, avoiding a trip to the courthouse in Bartow.
- Types of Injunctions Covered: Assistance and filings are available for protections related to:
- Domestic violence
- Dating violence
- Sexual violence
- Repeat violence
- Stalking
- In-Person & Support Resources: For those who prefer in-person help, staff are available at Clerk’s office locations, including the DIY Center at the Bartow Courthouse. Additionally, individuals who receive a final injunction can request a Hope Card (wallet-sized or digital) for quick verification of active protective orders by law enforcement.
Note: If you or someone you know is experiencing an immediate emergency outside of business hours, please contact local law enforcement or call 911.
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