How many days after an order of protection application do both parties have for a full hearing?

• A. Within 30 days.
• B. Within 20 days.
• C. Within 15 days.
• D. Within 7 days.

Answer: (C)

After someone applies for an order of protection, the court usually issues a temporary protection order and then holds a full hearing to decide whether the protection should continue. That full hearing is scheduled within a short, fixed period to protect safety while ensuring due process for both sides. The standard timeframe is within 15 days, which means both the petitioner and the respondent have a chance to present evidence, call witnesses, and be heard before a judge who will determine if the protection stays in place, is altered, or ends. Keeping this clock tight helps prevent unnecessary delays while still allowing a fair opportunity for all involved.