DOMESTIC VIOLENCE PROTECTION ORDER
(State of Idaho – Family Court Jurisdiction)
[// GUIDANCE: This template is drafted to conform to Idaho’s Domestic Violence Crime Prevention Act, Idaho Code §§ 39-6301 et seq. Customize bracketed items and modify provisions to suit the facts and procedural posture (ex parte, temporary, or permanent).]
TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. Document Header
II. Definitions
III. Operative Provisions
IV. Representations & Warranties
V. Covenants & Restrictions
VI. Default & Remedies
VII. Risk Allocation (Not Applicable)
VIII. Dispute Resolution
IX. General Provisions
X. Execution Block
I. DOCUMENT HEADER
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Caption
1.1 Court: [COUNTY] County District Court, Family Law Division
1.2 Case No.: [______]
1.3 Title: In re: [Petitioner/Protected Party] v. [Respondent/Restrained Party] -
Parties
2.1 Petitioner/Protected Party: [Full Legal Name, DOB, Address—may be kept confidential per I.C. § 39-6311]
2.2 Respondent/Restrained Party: [Full Legal Name, DOB, Address] -
Recitals
WHEREAS, Petitioner has filed a sworn petition pursuant to Idaho Code § 39-6304 alleging acts of domestic violence; and
WHEREAS, the Court finds it has subject-matter jurisdiction under Idaho Code §§ 39-6301 et seq. and personal jurisdiction over Respondent; and
WHEREAS, the Court deems issuance of this Protection Order necessary to prevent further abuse and to ensure the safety of the Protected Party and minor child(ren), if any;
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY ORDERED as follows:
- Effective Date & Duration
4.1 Effective Date: [Month Day, Year]
4.2 Expiration Date: [Month Day, Year] (not to exceed one (1) year unless otherwise specified under Idaho Code § 39-6306).
II. DEFINITIONS
For purposes of this Protection Order, capitalized terms have the meanings set forth below:
A. “Act(s) of Domestic Violence” means the conduct described in Idaho Code § 39-6303.
B. “Child(ren)” means minor child(ren) of the parties or of either party listed in Schedule 1.
C. “Firearm” includes any weapon defined in 18 U.S.C. § 921(a)(3).
D. “Protected Location(s)” means the residence, workplace, school, or childcare facility specified in Section III.
[// GUIDANCE: Add or delete definitions to align with your factual record.]
III. OPERATIVE PROVISIONS
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No Contact
5.1 Respondent SHALL NOT contact, harass, stalk, threaten, or intimidate the Protected Party, directly or indirectly, by any means including but not limited to in-person contact, telephone, text, email, social media, or third-party communication. -
Stay-Away Requirement
6.1 Respondent SHALL maintain a minimum distance of [______] feet from:
a. Protected Party;
b. Protected Location(s): [home address, workplace, school, etc.]; and
c. Child(ren) except as provided in Section 8. -
Firearm & Weapons Surrender
7.1 Pursuant to Idaho Code § 39-6306A and 18 U.S.C. § 922(g)(8), Respondent SHALL:
a. Within [48] hours surrender all Firearms and ammunition in Respondent’s custody or control to [designated law-enforcement agency or Federal Firearms Licensee]; and
b. File proof of surrender with the Court within [72] hours of service of this Order. -
Temporary Parenting Time / Exchange Protocol
8.1 All visitation is [suspended / supervised at [Facility Name]] until further order.
8.2 Child exchange shall occur at [neutral location] under supervision of [third-party / law enforcement]. -
Possession of Residence
9.1 Exclusive use and possession of the shared residence located at [address] is granted to the Protected Party. Respondent shall remove personal belongings only under law-enforcement escort on [date/time]. -
Support (If Requested)
10.1 Respondent SHALL pay temporary child/spousal support in the amount of [$____] per [week/month] per Idaho Child Support Guidelines.
[// GUIDANCE: Insert support findings or reference separate order.] -
Service of Order
11.1 A certified copy of this Order shall be served on Respondent by [Sheriff/Process Server] without cost to Petitioner. Law-enforcement agencies statewide are directed to enforce this Order immediately upon confirmation of service.
IV. REPRESENTATIONS & WARRANTIES
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Court Authority
12.1 The Court represents that it has reviewed the verified petition, supporting affidavits, and any testimony provided, and finds probable cause for issuance under Idaho Code § 39-6306. -
Notice & Opportunity to Be Heard
13.1 Respondent was [present / not present] at the hearing held on [date]. If not present, a return hearing is scheduled for [date/time] to afford Respondent an opportunity to contest continuation of this Order.
V. COVENANTS & RESTRICTIONS
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Compliance
14.1 Respondent SHALL strictly comply with all terms herein.
14.2 Protected Party SHALL promptly report any violation to law enforcement. -
Law-Enforcement Entry
15.1 Peace officers are authorized to enter and search the residence to enforce surrender of Firearms or to arrest Respondent upon probable cause of violation.
VI. DEFAULT & REMEDIES
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Events of Default
16.1 Any violation of Sections 5–10 constitutes an Event of Default. -
Remedies
17.1 Criminal Contempt: Violations are punishable under Idaho Code § 18-903 and § 18-918.
17.2 Civil Contempt: The Court may impose fines, imprisonment, or other sanctions.
17.3 Arrest without Warrant: Peace officers SHALL arrest Respondent upon probable cause of violation, per Idaho Code § 39-6306(7).
17.4 Attorney Fees & Costs: The prevailing party in any enforcement action may recover reasonable attorney fees and costs.
VII. RISK ALLOCATION
[Not Applicable – This is a unilateral court order; indemnification and liability-limitation provisions are unnecessary and therefore omitted.]
VIII. DISPUTE RESOLUTION
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Governing Law
18.1 This Order is governed by the laws of the State of Idaho. -
Forum Selection
19.1 Exclusive jurisdiction and venue lie in the [COUNTY] County District Court, Family Law Division. -
Arbitration & Jury Trial
20.1 Arbitration is not available for enforcement of a protection order.
20.2 No right to jury trial exists in this civil protection proceeding. -
Injunctive Relief
21.1 The injunctive provisions herein are the primary remedy and remain in full force unless modified by the Court.
IX. GENERAL PROVISIONS
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Modification & Termination
22.1 Either party may move to modify or terminate this Order pursuant to Idaho Code § 39-6306(5) upon [14-day] written notice. -
Severability
23.1 If any provision is held invalid, the remainder shall remain enforceable. -
Integration
24.1 This Order constitutes the entire injunction and supersedes all prior oral or written directives related to domestic violence between the parties. -
Copies & Entry
25.1 The Clerk shall provide certified copies to:
a. Petitioner (or counsel)
b. Respondent (upon service)
c. [COUNTY] County Sheriff
d. Idaho State Police for NCIC entry
X. EXECUTION BLOCK
DATED: [Month Day, Year]
[JUDGE NAME]
District Judge / Magistrate Judge
[COUNTY] County District Court, State of Idaho
(SEAL)
ATTEST:
[CLERK NAME], Clerk of the Court
NOTARY (if required for ex parte petition filings only):
State of Idaho )
County of ______ ) ss.
On this ___ day of __, 20, before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public in and for said State, personally appeared [Petitioner], known to me (or satisfactorily proven) to be the person whose name is subscribed to the foregoing instrument and acknowledged that he/she executed the same.
Notary Public for Idaho
My Commission Expires: ______
[// GUIDANCE: Include additional signature lines if multiple petitioners or if minor children require guardian ad litem acknowledgment.]
Schedule 1 – Minor Child(ren) Covered by this Order
- Name: [__] DOB: [_//____]
- Name: [__] DOB: [_//____]
(attach additional pages as necessary)
[// GUIDANCE:
1. File this Order electronically where e-filing is available; otherwise provide four paper copies.
2. Ensure immediate NCIC entry by law enforcement after clerk certification.
3. For permanent orders (12-month duration), schedule a review hearing 30 days prior to expiration.
4. If Respondent is subject to federal immigration proceedings, consult 8 U.S.C. § 1227(a)(2)(E).]