Domestic Violence Restraining Order
Requesting a restraining order can be an overwhelming process, but we are here to help. The domestic violence restraining order is a court order that helps protect people from abuse or threats of abuse. We recommend that you follow-up with the Self-Help Center to review your paperwork before filing.
In partnership with the California Judicial Council and Law Help Interactive, we are pleased to provide self-represented litigants with the links below to prepare legal documents online. We strongly recommend that you create an account before you begin so you do not lose your work.
Documents for Butte, Del Norte, Humboldt, Imperial, Inyo, Lake, Madera, Mariposa, Merced, Nevada, Santa Clara, Sierra, Trinity, and Tulare Counties
Documents for Glenn, Lassen, Mendocino, Modoc, Santa Barbara, and Tehama Counties
Response to Domestic Violence Restraining Order