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How Can I Respond to a Petition for Workplace Violence Restraining Orders?

California · Judicial Council of California · Effective July 1, 2026

This form provides information on what a workplace violence restraining order is and explains the steps for responding to a petition for such an order. It tells the reader what the order can prohibit and what to do if they 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.

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This information is used when someone has been served with a petition for a workplace violence restraining order. It guides the person on how to respond to the court's request.

Either party may file.

Common questions

What is a workplace violence 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 certain people or staying away from their home or workplace.

Revision history

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

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