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Summons (Domestic Violence Restraining Order)

California · Judicial Council of California · Effective January 1, 2020

This form is a Summons for a Domestic Violence Restraining Order. It notifies a person that someone is asking the court for this order against them and provides details about a scheduled court date.

The court describes it as: Use this form if a judge has given you permission to serve the other side in a special way. The judge will tell you whether you need to use this form.

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This form is used when a judge has given permission for a special way to serve the other side with the paperwork.

Prepared by the court or clerk.

Official instructions

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Common questions

Who should fill out this form?
The form states that if a judge has ordered it, only items 1 and 2 should be filled out.
What happens if I miss my court date?
If you do not go to your court date, the judge might grant a restraining order that limits your contact with the person who asked for it. This could also affect your time with children or your ability to own guns.
How can I find out what the person is asking for?
You can go to the courthouse and ask the court clerk to see your case file. The request for the order is on form DV-100.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect January 1, 2020.

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