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Apply to vary or discharge a domestic abuse protection order made in a family court: Form DA3

Use this form to apply to vary or discharge a domestic abuse protection order made in a family court. The order must still be in force.

Applies to England

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Application form: DA3

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Who can apply

You can only apply if the person you need protection from lives either in:

  • Greater Manchester
  • the London boroughs of Croydon, Bromley or Sutton

The application process is different if the order was made in a county court.

Read the guidance on applying for a DAPO in a county court

Where to apply

You can only apply to the following family courts:

You must apply to the court that made the order.

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Updates to this page

Published 27 November 2024

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