ASBO cases in Kirklees have shot up in the past three years.
In 2004, Kirklees Council successfully applied for five orders, rising to 29 the next qyear and 44 in 2006.
Bill Swap of Kirklees Anti-Social Behaviour Unit, said: "If we have to apply for more orders in the short term then so be it."
The unit, which was set up in 2003 with a staff of five, now has 15.
Mr Swap said: "Not only do we have more staff but we're working more closely with our partners, such as the police.
"We're also receiving help from residents.
"The situation's not perfect, but the important thing is that we're becoming more effective."
Some 118 people in Kirklees have Asbos now, with 73 further cases on their way to court.
The first orders were issued in 2000.
But the breach of order rate of 16% is way below the national average of 55%.
Mr Swap added: "People are made to understand the consequences."
But the unit's main focus is warning nuisance residents.
Mr Swap said: "We go into the police stations and explain to people the consequences of an Asbo.
"The people I meet don't want a criminal record and they don't want to be named and shamed. The `badge of honour' thing doesn't apply here."
