Massachusetts 258E · Harassment Prevention Orders
Someone hurt, threatened, or won't stop harassing you. Get the order that makes them stop.
An attorney-reviewed packet that builds your court complaint, sworn statement, and evidence log — so you can ask a Massachusetts judge for protection, often the same day. No lawyer required. No filing fee at court.
Attorney-reviewed · $0 court filing fee · Private & secure
Two ways to get your order
Start with the free intake — pick your path after.
Your full packet, attorney-reviewed. You file it yourself.
Most chosenEverything in Solo, plus a walkthrough and an attorney consultation.
Check if you qualify — freeFree intake first. Pay only when you choose to build the packet.
You don't need a relationship with them. You don't need a lawyer.
A 258E harassment prevention order protects you from anyone — a neighbor, coworker, classmate, ex, or a complete stranger. Most people file on their own. We make sure your paperwork is right the first time.
Built for a short window
If a judge grants a temporary order, your full hearing is usually within 10 days. We prepare you fast — before the clock runs out.
The court's exact forms
We complete the official Complaint and your sworn affidavit in the words a judge expects to read — not a generic template.
Reviewed by an attorney
A Massachusetts attorney reviews your packet before you walk into the courthouse, so you file with confidence.
Do you qualify for a 258E order?
Massachusetts judges grant harassment prevention orders when the law is met. You likely qualify if you've experienced one of the situations listed here. Not sure? The free intake tells you in minutes.
Check my situation — free →You may qualify if there were…
- 3 or more acts meant to scare, intimidate, or abuse you (repeated messages, showing up, following, threats, damaging your property), or
- A single act of sexual assault, stalking, or criminal harassment.
It doesn't matter how you know the person — or if you know them at all.
From scared to filed — in four steps
Start free. We'll build a court-ready packet you can take to any District, Boston Municipal, Superior, or Juvenile Court.
Begin your free intake
Tell Allie what happened — no account, no payment. An instant conflict check confirms we can help you.
We build your packet
Your Complaint for Protection from Harassment, sworn affidavit, and evidence timeline — written in the court's language.
Attorney review
A Massachusetts attorney checks your packet for issues and legal risks before you file.
File & ask the judge
Bring it to the clerk — no filing fee. We coach you on exactly what to say at your hearing.
If you're in danger right now
Call 911 immediately. If the courthouse is closed, call your local police department — an officer can ask an on-call judge for an emergency order tonight. Then use this packet to prepare for your in-person hearing. This site does not provide emergency services.
Pick the help you want to get your order
Both paths give you the complete, attorney-reviewed packet to file for your 258E order. Choose how much hand-holding you want along the way.
- Completed Complaint for Protection from Harassment
- Your sworn affidavit, written for the court
- Incident & evidence timeline
- Step-by-step filing instructions
- Written hearing-prep guide
- Attorney-reviewed before you file
- Everything in Solo, plus:
- Guided walkthrough of your whole packet
- Up to 30-minute attorney consultation
- Direct Q&A on your specific situation
- Help writing and strengthening your affidavit
- Priority packet turnaround
No court filing fee either way — Massachusetts charges nothing to request a 258E order. Payment is held in attorney trust until your matter is accepted.
Questions people ask before filing
How fast can I get protection?＋
If a judge finds you face a substantial likelihood of immediate danger, they can issue a temporary order the same day you file — before the other person is notified. The court then sets a full hearing, usually within 10 days, where both sides are heard. Our packet gets you ready for that hearing quickly.
Do I have to pay the court to file?＋
No. There is no filing fee to request a 258E harassment prevention order in Massachusetts. Our packet fee covers preparing and attorney-reviewing your paperwork — it is not a court cost.
Do I need a lawyer?＋
No. Most people file for a 258E order themselves. This packet is designed so you can do exactly that, with your paperwork completed correctly and reviewed by a Massachusetts attorney before you file.
What if I only have one incident?＋
You may still qualify. A single act of sexual assault, stalking, or criminal harassment can be enough. Three or more acts of intimidating conduct also qualify. The free intake helps you see which path fits your situation.
Is this confidential?＋
Your answers are private and secure and are only used to prepare your packet. Court records themselves are handled by the court under its own rules.
Don't face them alone — and don't risk filing the wrong way.
Start the free intake. If you qualify, your attorney-reviewed packet is ready before your hearing.
Begin free intake →Harassment Order .com provides self-help legal information and document preparation for Massachusetts 258E harassment prevention orders. It is not a substitute for legal advice and does not create an attorney-client relationship. If you are in immediate danger, call 911.