How Can I Respond to a Request for Civil Harassment Restraining Orders?
California · Judicial Council of California · Effective January 1, 2026
This form explains what a civil harassment restraining order is and provides information on how a person can respond to a request for such an order. It details what the order can prohibit and what steps to take if you disagree with the request.
The court describes it as: Explains what a restraining order is and how you can respond to a request for a restraining order.
Where this fits in a case
RespondStage: Respond
This form is used by someone who has received papers asking for a civil harassment restraining order. It explains the process for responding to that request before a court hearing.
Either party may file.
Official instructions
How-to guides published by the court for this form.
Common questions
- What is a civil harassment restraining order?
- It is a court order that can stop you from doing certain things or going to certain places. The court can order things like not contacting a person or staying away from their home or work. Great care must be taken to obey any temporary order until the hearing.
Revision history
No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect January 1, 2026.
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