Sexual Abuse Protection Order (SAPO)

A Sexual Abuse Protective Order (SAPO) is available in certain cases where a person was subjected to unwanted sexual abuse by another person who is not a family member or intimate partner.

For more information about applying for, modifying, or renewing a SAPO, you can call your local Victims’ Assistance Program (VAP) or community-based (non-profit) sexual assault or domestic violence program to get help in deciding whether to ask the court for a SAPO and to do safety planning. Advocates can discuss information that may be important for you to consider in deciding whether to seek a SAPO.

For information regarding sexual violence resources, you can visit the following resources:

• Statewide listing of Sexual Violence Resources and Programs
• Statewide listing of Victims' Assistance Programs
• Statewide listing of Nonprofit Advocacy Programs

If you have questions about how the law works or what it means, talking to a lawyer may be helpful. If you need help finding a lawyer, you may call the Oregon State Bar’s Lawyer Referral Service at 503-684-3763 or 1-800-452-7636.

SAPO Forms