An individual may also seek a protective order based on stalking.  Although the process is similar to obtaining a family violence protective order, the process is governed by O.C.G.A. § 16-5-94.

Pursuant to O.C.G.A. § 16-5-94(d),

“The court may grant a protective order or approve a consent agreement to bring about a cessation of conduct constituting stalking. Orders or agreements may: (1) Direct a party to refrain from such conduct; (2) Order a party to refrain from harassing or interfering with the other; (3) Award costs and attorney’s fees to either party; and (4) Order either or all parties to receive appropriate psychiatric or psychological services as a further measure to prevent the recurrence of stalking.”

You may obtain a copy of a Stalking 12-Month Protective Order from the Georgia Superior Court Clerks’ Cooperative Authority HERE.

Whether you find yourself contemplating a petition for a protective order, or you find yourself wrongly accused of committing an act of stalking, be sure that you have an attorney looking out for your best interests.

The Sellers Law Firm, LLC, has years of experience in dealing with protective orders, and we can help you during this difficult time. Give us a call today at 770-415-9848 at The Sellers Law Firm, LLC: where clients become family.

You may also contact us online by submitting a case evaluation request HERE.

You may access forms from the Protective Order Registry, including a Petition for a Temporary Protective Order, HERE.