The Circuit Court Clerk's staff are not lawyers, and are prohibited from giving legal advice on how to fill the forms out, what to include, etc. The staff cannot assist you beyond explaining internal procedures of the court. Some domestic violence organizations (such as Eve, Inc. (End Violent Encounters) hold clinics to assist with personal protection order (PPO) paperwork. Contact local women's shelters in your area or local legal aid organization to see if they provide this service. Your local Prosecuting Attorney may also be able to help review your papers, and may suggest additional information that you should include.
Eaton County
- Eaton County Circuit Court
Eaton County Courthouse
1045 Independence Boulevard
2nd Floor
Charlotte, MI 48813
Phone: 517-543-7500, ext. 4335 - Legal Advocate
Phone: 517-543-4606 - Personal Protection Order (PPO) Unit
Phone: 517-667-0091 - Hours:
Monday through Friday
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Assists victims of domestic violence and sexual assault in Barry and Eaton Counties with legal advice, and provides support through the criminal justice process. All services provided are free, including court accompaniment, referrals to community resources, assistance with PPOs, information and assistance on child custody and divorce. Read the Safe Place Victim Advocacy Program brochure (PDF).
Legal advocates and PPO advocates can only offer guidance and support, but cannot provide legal advice or representation.
Ingham County
- Ingham County PPO Office
Grady Porter Building
313 W Kalamazoo Street
3rd Floor
Lansing, MI 48933
Phone: 517-483-6545 - Ingham County Sheriff
Domestic Violence Support
630 N Cedar Street
Mason, MI 48854
Phone: 517-676-8285 - Circuit Court Clerk
Phone: 517-483-6500 - Warren Foundation
Phone: 517-484-5050