This page contains the forms and links referenced throughout Pro Se, Not Powerless.

The legal system often expects you to know where to go and what to access—without explaining it clearly. This page is here to make that part easier.

Family Offense Petition (Form 8-2)

This is the form used to request an Order of Protection in New York Family Court.

👉 Download Family Offense Petition (Form 8-2)

There is no filing fee. You can file in person at your local Family Court.

If you are not sure which form applies to your situation, you can browse all available forms here:

👉 NY Family Court Forms Directory

National Legal Help

👉 Legal Services Corporation
Provides a directory of free or low-cost legal aid organizations across the country.
You can search by location to find services near you.

Domestic Violence Support

👉National Network to End Domestic Violence
Connects individuals to state and local coalitions, shelters, and advocacy organizations.

👉DomesticShelters.org
A nationwide directory of shelters, legal resources, and support services.

Important

These forms are tools.
They are not interchangeable, and they are not appropriate for every situation.

Take the time to understand:

• what the form is asking
• what it applies to
• what happens after you file

If you are unsure, ask the court clerk or a Court Help Center before proceeding.

If you came here from the book:

• Go back to the section you were reading
• Identify the step you’re working on
• Use the links here to access the correct form or resource

This page is meant to support the process—not replace it.

Links and court resources can change.

This page will be updated as needed to reflect current information.