Request changes to a protection order
Part of the Protection for victims topic
You can request changes to a current protection order (domestic violence order). Apply to a Queensland Magistrates court.
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You can use this service to request a change to a protection order (domestic violence order).
You can submit your completed application by post or in person. See How to request a change for the full application process.
What you should know
If your circumstances have changed, you can request changes to a protection order.
Changes can include:
- adding or removing conditions
- adding or removing named people (e.g. children, relatives or associates)
- extending or reducing the time the order is in force.
The court considers if the changes affect the safety, protection or wellbeing of anyone named in the order.
Police receive a copy of the request to change orders and may provide input to the court.
Who can use this service
You can request changes to a protection order if you are:
- one of the people named in the protection order
- authorised by the people to make changes for them.
Don't use this service if:
- you don't have a protection order in place
Instead, see Get a protection order.
How to request a change to a protection order
Choose how to submit and follow the steps.
Step 1: Gather your documents
Gather information from the current protection order. This should include:
- when and where the order was made
- the changes you need to make
- the reasons for the change.
Step 2: Complete the form
Complete, download and print the online application form.
For protection orders made outside Queensland, complete a separate form.
Step 3: Statutory declaration witness
You must sign and have the statutory declaration witnessed by either a:
- Justice of the Peace (JP)
- Commissioner for Declarations (Cdec)
- lawyer.
See Find a JP in the community.
Step 4: Submit your application
You must post your application to a magistrates court.
See the Queensland courthouse directory.
Step 5: Receive notification of court date
You will be given a date to appear in court. This will usually be set a few weeks after you submit your application.
The police will serve a copy of the request to change the protection order to the persons named in the order.
Step 1: Gather your documents
Gather information from the current protection order. This should include when and where it was made, the changes you need to make and the reasons for the change.
Step 2: Complete the form
Complete, download and print the online application form.
For protection orders made outside Queensland, complete a separate form.
Step 3: Statutory declaration witness
You must sign and have the statutory declaration witnessed by either a:
- Justice of the Peace (JP)
- Commissioner for Declarations (Cdec)
- lawyer.
See Find a JP in the community.
Step 4: Submit your application
You must submit your application in person to a magistrates court.
See the Queensland courthouse directory.
Step 5: Receive notification of court date
You will be given a date to appear in court. This will usually be set a few weeks after you submit your application.
The police will serve a copy of the request to change the protection order to the persons named in the order.
How long it takes
Processing times begins when a completed application is received.
Standard application: up to 10 business days
Urgent application: not available.
How much it costs
Free.