How much does it cost for a restraining order in California?
How much does it cost for a restraining order in California?
Generally, you must pay a $395.00 fee to file the Request. If the harassment has included violence or threats of violence, however, there is no filing fee pursuant to California Code of Civil Procedure section 527.6(p).
How do I get rid of a protective order in California?
If a restraining order is to be removed, a person must freely and voluntarily request the modification by filing a petition with the clerk of the court that ordered it. The court hearing is set 10 days after the date of filing, at which both people mentioned in the restraining order must appear.
How long does a criminal protective order last in California?
10 years
Are protective orders civil or criminal?
Restraining orders are civil behaviour orders and therefore the standard of proof is a civil one (R v Major [2010] EWCA Crim 3016).
How do I get a peaceful contact order?
A Peaceful Contact Order may be issued in a domstic violence case after a Stay Away Order or Emergency Protective Order has been issued if the complainant comes forward and tells the District Attorney and the Judge that continued contact with the person arrested is wanted.
