Overview

The Alaska Court System Form CIV-752—titled Petition for Stalking Protective Order—is the official document individuals use to request a court-issued order prohibiting stalking or repeated unwanted contact. This form operationalizes Alaska Statute § 18.65.850, which authorizes courts to provide immediate and long-term protection for victims of stalking or sexual-assault-type harassment.
The CIV-752 petition is the factual foundation of the entire case: it tells the judge who the respondent is, describes each incident of stalking, and specifies the relief sought.
Because it is a sworn statement under penalty of perjury, accuracy and completeness are critical.

This article explains the CIV-752 form in practical detail—who should file it, where to obtain it, how to complete each section, and how it connects to other procedural forms such as CIV-751 (instructions) and the Law-Enforcement Information Sheet used for service.
It also includes a ten-step walkthrough mirroring the flow of an actual protective-order case: from identifying stalking behavior to filing, service, hearing, enforcement, and renewal.
By the end, a self-represented petitioner should understand not only how to fill out the form, but why each section exists and how it supports statutory requirements under Alaska law.

Who Can Apply

Any person who has experienced stalking—defined in AS 11.41.270 as a course of conduct involving repeated non-consensual contact causing fear of death or physical injury—may file a CIV-752 petition.
No prior police report or criminal case is required.
A parent, guardian, or legal custodian may file on behalf of a minor child, and an authorized representative may file for an incapacitated adult.
Unlike domestic-violence petitions (AS 18.66.100), this form is specifically for stalking and sexual-assault protective orders when the parties do not share a qualifying domestic relationship.

Petitions are filed in the nearest Alaska District Court or Superior Court. Clerks must accept filings without charge or delay. If the petitioner is in immediate danger, the same form also doubles as the request for an ex parte order (temporary protection issued the same day). All filings are confidential until the respondent is served, and the petitioner’s contact information can be shielded by providing an alternate mailing address or using Alaska’s Address Confidentiality Program.

Benefits of Using CIV-752

• Official, court-recognized relief: ensures statewide enforceability through the Alaska Public Safety Information Network (APSIN).
• Immediate action: enables same-day judicial review and potential ex parte protection.
• Free filing and service: accessible to all income levels; no legal fees required.
• Structured narrative: prompts petitioners to record key facts, satisfying evidentiary standards under § 18.65.850.
• Foundation for renewal: completed forms become part of the permanent case file, simplifying future extensions or criminal referrals.

Step-by-Step Guide to Completing Alaska Form CIV-752

Step 1: Obtain the Correct Forms and Instructions

Download the latest CIV-752 and its companion instruction sheet CIV-751 from courts.alaska.gov/forms or pick up printed copies at any courthouse.
Always verify the revision date in the lower left corner; the Alaska Court System periodically updates language to reflect statutory amendments.
The packet usually includes:

• Form CIV-751 — Instructions
• Form CIV-752 — Petition for Stalking Protective Order
• Law Enforcement Information Sheet (for service)
• Optional Affidavit of Service and continuation pages

Before writing anything, read the instructions line by line. They explain jurisdiction, filing locations, confidentiality, and the two-stage order process (ex parte and long-term). Highlight deadlines—particularly the 20-day window for the hearing following an ex parte order. Ensure you have the respondent’s full legal name, physical description, and current address; without these, law enforcement cannot serve the order, rendering it unenforceable.

Step 2: Identify the Correct Respondent Information

Section A of the CIV-752 asks for the respondent’s identifying details: full name, birth date (or approximate age), sex, race, physical description, phone numbers, and addresses for residence and work.
Accurate information allows police to confirm the correct person when serving the order. If you only know partial data—such as a nickname or online handle—record whatever is available and mark unknown fields clearly.
Attach photos or social-media profiles as exhibits if they help officers locate the respondent.
The form also asks whether the respondent has access to firearms, which informs judicial safety determinations and potential surrender provisions.

Include any aliases and note if the respondent works irregular shifts or in remote locations; this helps schedule service attempts.
If you fear retaliation, you can request that your address remain confidential under Alaska’s Address Confidentiality Program (ACP).
List an alternate mailing address or the ACP substitute address.
Every piece of data you provide strengthens law-enforcement coordination once the order issues.

Step 3: Describe Each Incident of Stalking in Detail

Section B is the heart of the petition. It requires the petitioner to narrate the stalking incidents chronologically.
Each incident must show non-consensual contact—that is, contact the victim did not invite or that continued after a clear request to stop—and must contribute to reasonable fear.
Examples include following, monitoring, repeated messages, or leaving items intended to communicate. Two or more acts establish the statutory “course of conduct.”
For every episode, specify:

• Date and time
• Location
• What the respondent did or said
• Witnesses (if any)
• Evidence (screenshots, texts, photos, reports)

Be factual—avoid speculation about motives. Judges value objective, verifiable accounts: “On 8/12 at 9 PM the respondent followed me from my work parking lot to my apartment complex and waited outside for 15 minutes.”
If space runs out, use continuation pages. Number them sequentially and initial each. Attach copies of texts or emails as Exhibits A, B, etc. Include police report numbers when available; officers’ notes often corroborate timelines for the judge.
Conclude the section by explaining why these acts cause fear—Alaska law requires demonstrating reasonable fear of death or physical injury, not mere annoyance. A clear, concise timeline is your best tool for judicial clarity.

Step 4: Request Specific Relief and Explain Why It Is Needed

Section C allows the petitioner to check boxes indicating what protections are requested. Common options include:

• No contact of any kind (in person, phone, text, email, social media, third party)
• Stay a specified distance from the petitioner’s home, workplace, school, or other locations
• Cease surveillance or monitoring of electronic devices or online accounts
• Prohibit firearm possession under federal and state law while the order is in effect
• Any other custom condition needed for safety (e.g., vehicle stay-away, no contact with family members)

When completing this part, tailor requests to specific, realistic safety needs. Judges prefer measurable conditions like “stay 500 feet away from my residence and workplace” over broad phrases like “stay away from me everywhere.”
If children or shared spaces are involved, clarify boundaries to avoid confusion. You may also note special concerns such as shared online storage accounts or co-owned pets.
Each checked box should connect to facts described earlier in Section B, showing the court why the restriction is necessary and proportionate under AS 18.65.850(c).
After completing Section C, initial each page and sign the verification statement before a clerk or notary. This signature makes the petition a sworn affidavit.

Step 5: File the Petition and Request an Ex Parte Hearing (if Needed)

Bring your completed CIV-752 to the nearest District Court clerk. There is no filing fee. If you believe you are in immediate danger, check the box on page one requesting an ex parte order.
The judge may review your petition the same day and issue a temporary protective order without notifying the respondent. That order remains in effect for up to 20 days pending a full hearing.
If the judge requires additional information, you may be asked brief questions under oath. Bring your evidence folder and be prepared to clarify any dates or locations.
Once signed, the order is immediately transmitted to law enforcement for service. Never attempt to serve the respondent yourself; police or state troopers perform this duty at no cost.
Confirm with the clerk how you will be notified of your hearing date (usually within 20 days). Carry a copy of any temporary order at all times; violations should be reported under AS 11.56.740.

Step 6: Verify Service of the Order and Prepare for the Hearing

After filing, the clerk forwards the signed order and Law-Enforcement Information Sheet to the appropriate agency—usually the Alaska State Troopers or local police.
They attempt personal service on the respondent at home, work, or elsewhere.
You should confirm that the order has actually been served; until then, it is not enforceable.
Call the clerk after several business days and request confirmation that a “return of service” has been filed.
If you later learn new contact details for the respondent, provide them immediately so law enforcement can make another attempt.
When service succeeds, keep a copy of the return in your records—it is evidence that the respondent had notice.

While waiting for the hearing, gather additional evidence.
Print new texts or messages, write a dated journal of incidents, and identify witnesses who observed stalking behavior or its effects on you.
If possible, visit the courthouse to observe another protective-order hearing; it will help you understand the setting and procedure.
You may bring an advocate or support person, though they generally cannot speak for you.
If you have safety concerns about seeing the respondent in court, alert the clerk in advance; many courthouses can arrange separate waiting rooms or remote participation.

This stage is also the time to review your original petition for clarity.
Make sure each incident listed on the CIV-752 is supported by some document or witness.
Number your exhibits and make two copies—one for the judge and one for the respondent.
Organized evidence signals credibility and can be decisive in whether the judge extends your protection beyond the 20-day period.

Step 7: Attend the Hearing and Present Your Evidence

The hearing—usually within twenty days of filing—is where the judge decides whether to issue a long-term protective order.
Bring all your evidence and copies of the CIV-752 petition.
When called, you will be placed under oath.
Explain briefly that you are requesting a stalking protective order under AS 18.65.850 based on the incidents you described in your petition.
Use your timeline to stay organized.
For each incident: describe what happened, when, where, what you did, and why it made you afraid.
Submit exhibits one at a time.
If the respondent has an attorney, they may question you; answer calmly and directly.
Focus on facts, not speculation.
Judges in Alaska are trained to assess credibility through consistency and specificity, so avoid exaggeration or emotional outbursts.

After you testify, the respondent may give their version.
Do not interrupt.
When both sides finish, the judge may rule immediately or take the matter under advisement.
If the order is granted, the judge will sign a long-term stalking protective order, usually effective for up to one year.
Before leaving, read it carefully: verify names, addresses, distances, and expiration date.
Ask the clerk how to obtain certified copies and confirm that law enforcement will enter it into APSIN for statewide enforcement.
If the order is denied, request written findings so you understand the reason; you may refile if new incidents occur.

Step 8: Understand and Comply With the Long-Term Order

Once granted, your protective order becomes a binding court directive.
Carry a copy at all times and give copies to your workplace security, child’s school, and local police department.
If the respondent contacts you in any way—phone, email, social media, through others—record the incident and call law enforcement.
Violations are criminal under AS 11.56.740, punishable by arrest and jail.
Do not respond to the respondent even to tell them to stop; any communication can complicate enforcement.
If you and the respondent share children or property, follow the order’s wording exactly.
Courts often allow limited contact through lawyers or third parties for essential logistics; anything outside that scope may count as a violation.

The order will specify its duration (typically one year) and list conditions—distance restrictions, firearm prohibitions, or mandatory surrender of weapons.
Read every clause carefully.
If you notice an error, inform the clerk immediately for correction.
Store digital copies in secure locations but avoid posting them publicly.
Remember that protective orders are enforceable nationwide under the federal Violence Against Women Act’s full-faith-and-credit provisions (18 U.S.C. § 2265).
If you relocate to another state, bring a certified copy to the nearest court or police agency for quick recognition.

Step 9: Report and Document Any Violations

If the respondent violates the order—by appearing near you, contacting you, or sending messages—call 911 or local police immediately.
Show officers a copy of the order.
Police can arrest without a warrant when they have probable cause that a violation occurred.
After the incident, request a case number and later obtain the police report for your records.
Keep a log listing each violation’s date, time, location, and what occurred.
Screenshots, voicemail recordings, or witness statements strengthen your case if prosecutors pursue criminal charges.
You may also file a written notice with the court to document ongoing harassment; repeated violations can justify stricter criminal penalties or renewal of the order.

Avoid confronting or communicating with the respondent yourself.
Even defensive messages can undermine enforcement.
Let officers and prosecutors handle contact.
If the violation involves digital or cyberstalking (fake accounts, tracking apps), preserve metadata before deleting content.
Provide that evidence to police and consider notifying the Alaska Internet Crimes Unit if electronic tracking devices are involved.
Protect your safety first—leave the scene, go to a secure area, and then report.
Prompt documentation demonstrates seriousness and helps law enforcement act decisively.

Step 10: Renew, Modify, or Dismiss the Order

Long-term stalking protective orders under AS 18.65.850 generally last up to one year.
You may request renewal by filing a new CIV-752 referencing the existing case number and explaining why you still need protection.
Renewal should be filed before expiration—preferably two to three weeks in advance—to avoid any lapse.
Attach new evidence or police reports showing continued stalking or recent contact attempts.
The judge may schedule a brief hearing.
If granted, the renewed order continues without interruption and remains enforceable under APSIN.
If your circumstances change (for example, relocation, new contact methods, or changed work addresses), request a modification using the same form to update stay-away zones or restrictions.
If the threat ends and you wish to terminate the order, file a written request for dismissal; courts require confirmation that the decision is voluntary and not coerced.

Every renewal or modification reinforces the pattern of behavior for future reference, showing that the risk is ongoing.
Keep all versions of your orders together; they create a comprehensive safety record recognized by law enforcement and prosecutors.
After each renewal, distribute updated copies to police, employers, and schools that maintain your file.

Costs Associated

There are no filing, service, or certification fees for Form CIV-752 or related orders in Alaska.
Printing exhibits, transportation, or optional legal advice may incur minor costs.
Most petitioners proceed without an attorney, though free help is available from the Legal Services Corporation of Alaska, Alaska Legal Aid, and victim-advocacy agencies.
Certified copies of orders are also free for parties and enforcement agencies.

Time Required

An ex parte review can occur the same day you file.
Service typically takes a few days, and the long-term hearing must be held within twenty days of filing under AS 18.65.850(b).
From filing to final order, the average duration is two to three weeks.
Renewals can usually be processed within a few days once requested.

Limitations

Protective orders restrict a respondent’s conduct but cannot guarantee physical safety.
They rely on enforcement and timely reporting.
Orders cannot decide unrelated issues such as damages or property ownership, and they expire unless renewed.
They also depend on correct service—an unserved order is unenforceable.
Victims in remote communities should plan extra time for service and communication with law enforcement.

Risks and Unexpected Problems

Common issues include delayed service, clerical errors in names or addresses, and respondent retaliation.
Report any threats or violations immediately.
Keep multiple copies of your order and confirm it is entered into APSIN.
If digital stalking escalates, request that the court include explicit bans on electronic tracking or impersonation.
Maintain ongoing communication with advocates and police to adapt your safety plan.
Remember that false statements on the CIV-752 are subject to perjury penalties; accuracy protects your credibility.

Sources (Official)

• Alaska Court System Forms Index — official site for CIV-751 and CIV-752.
• CIV-751 Instructions for Requesting a Protective Order Against Stalking or Sexual Assault (PDF)
• CIV-752 Petition for Stalking Protective Order (PDF)
• Alaska Statute § 18.65.850 — Protective Orders for Stalking
• AS 11.41.270 — Stalking Definition
• AS 11.56.740 — Violating a Protective Order
• Alaska Court System Self-Help Center — Domestic Violence and Stalking Orders