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Gun Violence Emergency Protective Order (CLETS-EGV)

California · Judicial Council of California · Effective January 1, 2025

This form is a Gun Violence Emergency Protective Order that tells the restrained person what temporary protective orders the court has granted. It requires the person to surrender firearms and ammunition and sets up a date for a future court hearing.

The court describes it as: Tells you what emergency protective orders the court granted temporarily.

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Where this fits in a case

Judgment

Stage: Judgment

This form is used when a court issues a temporary protective order due to concerns about gun violence. It outlines immediate requirements for the restrained person regarding firearms and ammunition.

Prepared by the court or clerk.

Official instructions

How-to guides published by the court for this form.

Common questions

What does this order require me to do with my guns and ammo?
You are required to surrender all firearms, ammunition, and magazines that you own or possess. You must also relinquish any body armor you have in your possession.
What happens if I don't file a receipt?
If you do not file a receipt proving you surrendered, sold, or stored the items within 48 hours, you have violated this order and can go to jail.
How long does this order last?
This order will last until a specific date listed on the form, and a court hearing will be set within 21 days to decide if it should last longer.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect January 1, 2025.

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