Hope Cards are intended as a convenient way for people who have Permanent Orders of Protection to keep relevant information about their orders with them at all times. The Hope Cards issued by the Office of Victim Services contain information about the person restrained under the order (called the respondent), and any children or other individuals who are protected under the Permanent Order of Protection.

The Hope Card quickly informs law enforcement that there is a valid, Permanent Order of Protection. In case of a potential violation of an order, a law enforcement officer can refer to the Hope Card for information.

  • Hope Cards are not issued for Temporary Orders of Protection.
  • A Hope Card is not a substitute for an Order of Protection.
  • Hope Cards are small and durable, and can be easily carried in a wallet, pocket or purse.
  • Hope Cards may only be approved for individuals listed on the valid, Permanent Order of Protection.

Hope Card Features

Front of Card: 

  • The respondent’s photo, name, birth date, sex, race, eye and hair color, height, weight and any distinguishing features like scars or tattoos
  • Full Faith and Credit information
  • Image of State of Montana Seal

Back of Card: 

  • The protected person’s name, birth date, sex, race and height
  • Additional names and dates of birth listed on the Permanent Order of Protection
  • The case number listed on the Permanent Order of Protection
  • Issuing court and county
  • Date the Permanent Order of Protection was issued and any expiration date

Hope card front (left) and back (above) test

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Apply for Hope Card

Online Application

  • Refer to your Permanent Order of Protection while you complete the application.
  • You will receive a Request ID Number when you submit the online application.
    • Important! Print this page or write down the number so you can use it to check the status of your request.
  • To check the status of your application, click Check Status

Mail in Application:

  • Download the Hope Card Application Form.
  • Refer to your Permanent Order of Protection to fill out the application.
  • Please type your responses into the application or write legibly.
  • Mail the completed application to:

Hope Card Program
P.O. Box 201410
Helena, MT 59620-1410

Contact Office of Victim Services

Hope Card Program

P.O. Box 201410
Helena, MT 59620-1410

Phone: (406) 444-3653
Toll-Free: 1-800-498-6455
Fax: (406) 444-5335
E-mail: [email protected]