KCSDV Guide: Kansas Protection Orders
and Survivor Support
DISCLAIMER: Please read before accessing Protection Order Forms
KCSDV does not provide direct services or legal assistance to victim/survivors. If you would like support from an advocate, you can look up your local Domestic and Sexual Violence program here and speak with an advocate about protection orders and safety planning. We caution victim/survivors to consider safety planning as part of seeking any protection order. For more information about safety planning please review this guide: KCSDV Guide to Planning for a Safe Exit from Abuse.
If you are in need of immediate assistance – please contact SafeLine Kansas 1-888-363-2287 or text SAFE to 847411. SafeLine Kansas is the 24/7 confidential and accessible helpline for victim/survivors or if you are trying to help someone.
What is a protection order?
A protection order is a civil action, signed by a judge, that is intended to stop abuse, threats of abuse, harassment and/or stalking against you and/or your children.
What types of protection orders are there?
- Protection from Abuse Order (PFA)
- Protection from Stalking, Sexual Assault, and Human Trafficking Order (PFSSAHT)
There are specific requirements to be met, to qualify for an order. Learn more about this at KSCourts.gov “What to Know” or by contacting your local victim service provider.
How much does it cost to file?
There are no filing fees for protection orders in Kansas. Where can I file a protection order? You can file a protection order in person at your local district court’s clerk’s office. Additionally, protection orders can be filed online through the Kansas Protection Order Portal by clicking here.
You can file for a protection order on your own, without retaining an attorney however, legal representation may be useful in this process.
Protection Orders can be a complicated and scary process. While this tool can provide some relief, this process may not be the best option for you. Protection orders often work best when they are part of a comprehensive safety plan. For questions about protection orders, safety planning, or to access any other support contact KCSDV, your local victim service provider or SafeLine Kansas 1-888-363-2287 or text SAFE to 847411 .
We want to make sure this resource meets the needs of survivors going through the protection order process. Because advocates play such a crucial role in the protection order system please contact us if you would . Please send your questions to Gabrielle Munoz, KCSDV Protection Order Project Coordinator, at gmunoz@kcsdv.org.
What is a protection order?
A protection order is a civil action, signed by a judge, that is intended to stop abuse, threats of abuse, harassment and/or stalking against you and/or your children.
What types of protection orders are there?
- Protection from Abuse Order (PFA)
- Protection from Stalking, Sexual Assault, and Human Trafficking Order (PFSSAHT)
There are specific requirements to be met, to qualify for an order. Learn more about this at KSCourts.gov “What to Know” or by contacting your local victim service provider.
How much does it cost to file?
There are no filing fees for protection orders in Kansas. Where can I file a protection order? You can file a protection order in person at your local district court’s clerk’s office. Additionally, protection orders can be filed online through the Kansas Protection Order Portal by clicking here.
You can file for a protection order on your own, without retaining an attorney however, legal representation may be useful in this process.
Protection Orders can be a complicated and scary process. While this tool can provide some relief, this process may not be the best option for you. Protection orders often work best when they are part of a comprehensive safety plan. For questions about protection orders, safety planning, or to access any other support contact KCSDV, your local victim service provider or SafeLine Kansas 1-888-363-2287 or text SAFE to 847411 .
We want to make sure this resource meets the needs of survivors going through the protection order process. Because advocates play such a crucial role in the protection order system please contact us if you would . Please send your questions to Gabrielle Munoz, KCSDV Protection Order Project Coordinator, at gmunoz@kcsdv.org.
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