Only a Judge can modify or dismiss a protective order. The plaintiff cannot dismiss or change a protective order without the court’s written approval.
If you disagree with the protective order issued against you, you may request a hearing by contacting the court at court@maranaaz.gov or (520)382-2700.
Important note about hearings and firearms: Separately from Arizona law, pursuant to federal law 18 USC § 922(g)(8), certain conditions may cause a defendant to be prohibited from possessing firearms while an Order of Protection is in effect. Federal law is not subject to Arizona statutes or court rules. The conditions are: (1) Defendant and Plaintiff are either married (past or present), live together as intimate partners (past or present), or are parents of a child in common, and (2) the Order of Protection is affirmed or modified at a hearing of which Defendant received actual notice of the hearing and had an opportunity to participate (even if Defendant fails to appear at the hearing). If you have questions about hearings and state and federal firearms prohibitions, you should contact an attorney. The court cannot give you legal advice.