What Is a Firearms Restraining Order?
On January 1, 2019, the Firearms Restraining Order Act went into effect. This allows family members, “intimate partners”, or police to ask a judge to temporarily remove guns from someone they think may be a threat to themselves or others. Forms approved for this process can be found at https://www.illinoiscourts.gov/documents-and-forms/.
Pursuant to Illinois Supreme Court M.R. 18368, all civil cases filed in McLean County are required to be filed electronically (e-filing). HOWEVER, you may qualify for an exemption from e-filing. For information on an e-filing exemption: Certification for Exemption from E-Filing. To e-file, create an account with an e-filing service provider by visiting efile.illinoiscourts.gov/service-providers.htm
For information on E-Filing in McLean County click here.
If you feel you are in immediate danger, please call 911, or contact your local police department