Restraining Orders
What Proof Do You Need for a Domestic Violence Restraining Order in California
For Domestic Violence Restraining Order, you just need evidence to support that abuse occurred which is defined as bodily injury or fear that you will get bodily injury. The legal language is in California Penal Code 13700: “intentionally or recklessly causing or attempting to cause bodily injury, or placing another person in reasonable apprehension of…
Read MoreIn 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…
Read MoreWhat 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 …
Read MoreHow do I Get a Restraining Order in California
To obtain a DVRO in California, you can follow these general steps: Step 1. Determine the Type of Restraining Order The first step is to see if any of the different types of Restraining Order applies to your situation or is remotely related as that might help you decide whether to apply . The types…
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