Illinois Order of Protection — Checklist
This page targets “Illinois order of protection form” panic searches. It’s an educational checklist to help you document incidents, organize evidence, and find official forms. Not legal advice.
What to document
- Dated incident log (what happened, where, when)
- Message/call evidence (screenshots with dates)
- Photos of injuries or property damage (if any)
- Witness list + what each person observed
Common mistakes
- General claims without dates
- Huge message dumps without a timeline/index
- Not saving copies of evidence before filing
- Not checking county procedures or help desks
Accuracy & sources
Last reviewed: 2026-01-15. This page is educational only — not legal advice.
Official sources
- Illinois Courts — Order of Protection (standardized forms):
https://www.illinoiscourts.gov/self-help/standardized-court-forms/order-of-protection - Cook County — Domestic Violence Division (local):
https://www.cookcountycourt.org/division/domestic-violence-division
MyCustodyCoach is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. Always verify current requirements (forms, fees, deadlines, service rules) with your local court or an attorney.