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The process for getting a stalking, physical injury, or crime of violence protection order is very similar to the steps for getting a domestic violence protection order. However, the forms you fill out may be different.1 A court clerk can help you get the paperwork you need.
1 See Protection Orders on the South Dakota Legal Self-Help website
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