Utah Protective Order Forms: Complete List
Short answer: A Utah protective order or civil stalking injunction case generally involves a petition, a temporary (ex parte) order, and — if the court grants it after a hearing — a longer-term order, sometimes called a continuous protective order. Which specific set of forms applies depends on which type of order fits your relationship with the other person.
Core documents — Protective Order (cohabitant relationships)
| Document | What it does |
|---|---|
| Petition for Protective Order | Formally requests the court's protection, describing the relationship and the conduct at issue |
| Temporary (Ex Parte) Protective Order | The same-day order a judge can sign before the other person is notified, if appropriate |
| Continuous Protective Order | The longer-term order issued after a hearing, if the court grants ongoing protection |
Core documents — Civil Stalking Injunction (non-cohabitant relationships)
| Document | What it does |
|---|---|
| Petition for Civil Stalking Injunction | Formally requests protection where there's no cohabitant relationship, describing the stalking conduct |
| Temporary Civil Stalking Injunction | The same-day order a judge can sign before the other person is notified |
| Civil Stalking Injunction (final) | The longer-term order issued after a hearing |
See Civil Stalking Injunction vs. Protective Order in Utah for how to determine which set applies to your situation.
Documents related to the hearing and afterward
| Document | What it does |
|---|---|
| Notice of hearing | Informs both parties of the scheduled hearing date, generally within about 20 days of the temporary order |
| Modification or extension request | Used to request changes to an existing order's terms or duration — see Modifying or Ending a Utah Protective Order |
The easiest way to get the right forms
Rather than searching for these individually, Utah Courts' MyPaperwork tool asks about your specific relationship and situation, then generates the correct petition for your circumstances — this is generally more reliable than guessing which standalone form to use, given how much the correct paperwork depends on getting the relationship category right.
Frequently asked questions
Are these forms available for free? Yes — official Utah Courts forms related to protective orders and civil stalking injunctions are free.
Can I get help filling these out? Yes — many domestic violence shelters and advocacy organizations, along with Utah Courts' Self-Help Center, can assist with these specific forms given the sensitive and urgent nature of these cases.
Do I need different forms if I'm the person the order is against, rather than the person requesting it? Your role in responding to an existing petition (rather than filing one) generally involves different documents than filing a petition yourself — clarify with the court what's specifically needed for your situation.