Illinois Order of Protection Information

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Illinois courts offer civil Orders of Protection under the Domestic Violence Act. Any family or household member can petition for protection regardless of gender. An emergency order can be granted the same day without the abuser present. Protective orders can restrict contact, grant temporary custody, and require the abuser to vacate a shared home. Visit the Cook County DV Courthouse or contact your county circuit clerk to file a petition.

Contact & Details

Address: 555 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607 (Cook County DV Courthouse)

Phone: 312-603-5800

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm

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