Order of Protection
An order of protection is a court order intended to prevent acts of domestic violence. People who believe that they themselves or a family member are or may become victims of domestic violence may submit a request (petition) to any court for the issuance of an order of protection. The person you want an order against must have committed or threatened to commit an act of domestic violence within the last year.
Who can I file an order of protection against?
An order of protection can be filed against someone that is:
Where do I file a petition for an order of protection?
A petition may be filed in any of the following courts Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM:
Source: This information excerpted from, and additional information including applicable forms, is available at, The City of Tucson website.
Injunction Against Harassment
An injunction against harassment prohibits a person from harassing, annoying, or alarming another person. An injunction can be filed against neighbors, friends, or strangers, as long as you have their name. One act of harassment will not be enough to get an order. There must be a series or pattern of acts before a judge will consider granting the order. Also, you must tell the person that you are going to apply for an order, or give the judge a good reason why you have not told the person.
Where do I file a petition for Injunction Against Harassment?
An injunction may be filed in any of the following courts Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM.
After 4:30 PM weekdays, or at any time on a weekend or holiday, contact the Tucson Police Department (791-4444) or the Pima County Sheriff’s Department (741-4900). In case of an emergency, call 9-1-1.
Source: This information excerpted from, and additional information including applicable forms, is available at, The City of Tucson website.
Please make UAPD and/or your local police aware of your order of protection or injunction against harassment. Please also advise Human Resources or the Dean of Students Office as applicable. Call the police if there is any violation to the order/injunction.
