LINDER, J.
This appeal from the issuance of a permanent stalking protective order (SPO) presents two issues. First, is a stalking complaint in the form specified by statute adequate to initiate a proceeding to obtain an SPO? Second, if so, is a complaint in that form adequate to dispense with a trial? We answer the first question yes and the second question no. We reverse and remand.
The pertinent facts are procedural. Plaintiff filed a complaint for an SPO...
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