11.1210—Duration and renewal of a regular protection order.

An order of protection granted by the court:
(a) Is effective for a fixed period of time, which is up to a maximum of 6 months; and
(b) May be extended for good cause upon motion of the petitioner for an additional period of up to 6 months each time a petition is presented. A petitioner may request as many extensions as necessary provided that the court determines that good cause exists.