When to Get a California Harassment Restraining Order

Harassment can be a distressing and disruptive experience, and if you’re facing this issue in California, seeking a harassment restraining order can help protect you from further harm. Whether you’re dealing with harassment, immediate threats, physical or mental abuse, or stalking, this comprehensive overview will provide you with the insight you need to make an…

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When to Call 911 in Domestic Violence

Domestic violence is a deeply distressing and potentially life-threatening situation that affects countless individuals and families. Knowing when to call 911 in a domestic violence case is crucial, as it can be the difference between safety and further harm. In this blog, we’ll break down when it’s essential to pick up the phone and dial…

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Domestic Violence Restraining Orders and Date Rape: Understanding the Connection

Exploring domestic violence restraining orders in California’s legal landscape is mandatory for date rape survivors. This blog explains why DVROs are important for date rape survivors, and how to seek DVRO after date rape in California.   Understanding California’s Domestic Violence Restraining Orders (DVROs) DVROs are legal safeguards designed to help people who have experienced…

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Comparison Between Criminal Protective Orders (DVROs) And Domestic Violence Restraining Orders (CPOs) in California

In California, when it comes to ensuring personal safety and preventing harassment or harm, two essential legal tools are frequently used: Criminal Protective Orders (CPOs) and Domestic Violence Restraining Orders (DVROs). These orders are intended to safeguard individuals from harm, but they have distinct differences in terms of their scope, application, and how they are…

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Serving the temporary order to the other party

When a court issues a temporary order the next step is to serve it to the other party to inform them that a court order has been issued against them, and about the upcoming hearing. Typically, the Clerk‘s office will send all protection order documents to the designated law enforcement agency for entry into the…

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How to add supporting evidence such as photos, WORD documents, and PDFs to your case

When you’re answering questionnaires to prepare your court documents, there are certain questions where users have the option to upload supporting evidence such as photos, treatment records, receipts or other financial documents. You can do that by clicking on “Attach Supporting Evidence” and then clicking on the green area highlighted in the screenshot below. You…

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Make Changes to or End a Civil Protection Order

This article applies to all civil protection orders in the State of Washington: Domestic Violence Protection Order Sexual Violence Protection Order Antiharassment Protection Order Stalking Protection Order Vulnerable Adult Protection Order Extreme Risk Protection Order Making Modify or Lift A No Contact Order? Very often couples, family members or neighbors realize that the civil protection…

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In California what should I do if I received the DV-110?

  These documents, namely the DV-109, DV-100, and DV-110 forms, are about restraining orders. If you have received any of these forms, it means that someone has filed a request for a restraining order against you. Here is a breakdown of each form: Notice of Court Hearing (form DV-109): This form notifies you about an…

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What is the legal definition of Domestic Violence in California

The legal definition of domestic violence in California is written in California Family Code 6211 (Ann.Cal.Fam.Code § 6211) For “Domestic violence” to have occurred there are two conditions that must be both be true  Abuse must have occurred The relationship between the victim and the abuser is one of the qualifying relationships   Abuse  …

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