California

Recently updated on December 22nd, 2025 at 11:07 am Overview of Domestic Violence Restraining Order against Stepmom or Stepdad Many children do not come forward because of shame, embarrassment, and the lack of support they perceive they would receive if they opened up about abuse or harassment from a step parent. In California, a Domestic…

Recently updated on December 22nd, 2025 at 11:00 am   Overview   Restraining Orders in California are court orders issued in situations such as domestic violence, civil harassment, and vulnerable senior citizen which require the abuser to stay away from, and refrain from contacting the victim. Failure to comply can result in criminal charges and…

Recently updated on December 22nd, 2025 at 11:03 am   In California, a Restraining Order can be requested by your local superior court conveniently online or by getting a copy of the standard court forms issued by the Supreme Court of California, filling them which includes specifics of harassment and filing them with the clerk…

Recently updated on December 22nd, 2025 at 11:22 am Overview A restraining order across California as these are governed by the state law (as opposed to Federal Law). The name of similar legal orders varies from state to state. However, the basic idea is the same which is that it’s a a judge issues an…

Recently updated on December 22nd, 2025 at 11:19 amOverview of harassment laws In California, if you’re facing harassment from any of the following, then a Civil Harassment Restraining Order may be a valid preventive measure you can use with limited cost and harm to everyone. Your ex’s current wife/husband girlfriend/boyfriend domestic partner current dating interest…

Recently updated on December 22nd, 2025 at 10:51 am Answer No  – only a single person can be listed as the abuser for a restraining order in California Overview of Filing for a Restraining Order Restraining Orders in California are court orders issued in situations such as abuse, stalking or harassment in range of ways…

Recently updated on December 22nd, 2025 at 11:27 am Costs Summary In California, there is no fee to file for a restraining order in cases involving domestic violence, civil harassment, elder or dependent adult abuse, or workplace violence. This means that if you’re seeking protection due to domestic violence, stalking, harassment, or threats, you can…

Recently updated on December 22nd, 2025 at 10:59 amOverview of laws aimed at a harassing coworker In California, if you’re facing a coworker who is annoying, or making you fear for your personal safety, then there are various legal options you can explore. Keep in mind that the specific details of your situation may impact…

Recently updated on December 22nd, 2025 at 11:32 am Overview of Filing for a Civil Harassment Restraining Order (CHRO) Civil Harassment Restraining Orders in California are court orders issued in situations such as abuse, stalking or harassment in range of ways from a neighbor, a co-worker, a roommate, a supervisor or anyone other than close…

Recently updated on December 22nd, 2025 at 11:22 amGetting a restraining order can take a variable amount of time depending on the danger to the safety of the victim. Here are common situations Police is called: In emergency situations in can be issued within 20 minutes 24×7 by the police who are called in such…