59.18 Information in Emergency Barring Order Application - Domestic Violence Act 2018 Section 9

What this form is for

• • Use this form when you need immediate protection from domestic violence
• • Use this form when the person causing harm is a family member or someone you live with
• • Use this form when there is an immediate risk of harm to you or your children
• • Do not use this form for non-emergency situations

Use this form or another form?

Deadline or filing window

Emergency Barring Order applications should be submitted as soon as possible when immediate protection is needed, as they are typically granted within days of application.

Before you submit

• • Complete all sections of the form
• • Provide specific details about the incident
• • Include dates, times, and locations of incidents
• • List any witnesses who can support your claim
• • Attach any evidence you have
• • Sign and date the form
• • Make a copy for your records

How to file this form

1. 1Obtain the correct Form 59.18 from the Courts Service website
2. 2Complete the form with all required information
3. 3Gather supporting evidence and documents
4. 4Submit the completed form to the appropriate court
5. 5Attend any required court hearings
6. 6Keep a copy of your submission and any court orders

Known limitations

• • This form only applies to domestic violence situations under the Domestic Violence Act 2018
• • The court may not grant the order if the information provided is insufficient
• • Emergency Barring Orders are temporary and may require renewal
• • The person you're applying against has the right to respond to the application