Oh. Rev. Code Sec. 3113.31An ex parte CPO may be granted when a petition is filed. The petitioner must allege an act of bodily harm, threat of bodily harm, menacing by stalking, or child abuse in the affidavit. The court grants this order without the abuser being present and upon a finding of immediate and present danger. Court may evict the abuser and grant immediate possession of the residence to the victim. The court may also order support, custody, use of property, etc.
A CPO final order is granted after a full hearing. Respondent has the right to be present and contest the CPO. Children can be included as protected parties. Parents may file on behalf of minor children. CPOs last up to 5 yrs and can be renewed.
