KR,
I'm fairly new here, and in LE (I've noticed you don't hold us in high regard), so take this for what you will:
The EPO can be done at anytime, 24/7, at 6th & Jefferson (Hall of Justice). Yes, they get taken out on women all the time. If you feel that strongly that she's gonna do something, please file a criminal complaint. After you do that, it's in the hands of the judge/attorneys.
If an EPO is granted by a judge, you'll have a hearing within 2 weeks to discuss the complaint. In the mean time, the judge may grant several things to you, including a "no-contact" order on her part. This means that she will not be able to contact you in ANY way, including via phone/email/etc. If she violates this order, then it will be considered "contempt of court", and she will be arrested. An EPO may also relieve her of any firearms that she may have, if so ordered by the judge. She would then be instructed to turn them over to the sheriff's office, or face contempt charges.
Now, that being said, an EPO is merely a piece of paper. I've seen way too many people in here for violation of an EPO. But, it may help you down the road. Also, keep in mind that the EPO is NOT in effect until she is served. When she is served will depend on when the deputies from JCSO can find her. I know that protective orders are to be served immediately, so there's that...I see them served all the time where I work, so I know they get there fairly quick.
Again, I'm pretty new here, mainly a lurker, but I hope the info helps....especially since I'm in LE, and don't know anything about the law.