California Restraining Orders

If you, or someone you know is facing a restraining order in California, hiring a seasoned criminal defense attorney is very important. The ramifications of violating a restraining order in California can have lasting impacts on your life. Given the complexity of the law and the California justice system, most individuals lack the expertise required to effectively defend themselves against restraining orders. Your strongest defense against a restraining order is to retain the services of a skilled San Diego criminal defense attorney like Attorney Dod.  Dod Ghassemkhani is an award-winning criminal defense lawyer who was named by the San Diego Criminal Defense Bar Association as San Diego County’s 2023 Trial Lawyer of the Year.  Dod Law is here to protect your rights and freedoms. Dod is an experienced criminal defense lawyer that can help you navigate through the process and get the best outcome from your case.   Learn more about California restraining orders and how Dod Law can help you protect your rights and freedoms.

California has several types of restraining orders designed to protect individuals from harassment, abuse, or violence.

Types of Restraining Orders in California

Domestic Violence Restraining Orders – DVRO:
These are issued when someone has been abused by a spouse or former spouse, a cohabitant or former cohabitant, a person with whom the victim has a child, or a current or former dating partner.

Civil Harassment Restraining Orders – CHRO:
These are for individuals who have been harassed, stalked, or abused by someone who is not close to them, such as a neighbor, roommate, or stranger.

Elder or Dependent Adult Abuse Restraining Orders:
These are for individuals who are 65 years of age or older, or who have certain disabilities, and have been abused or financially exploited.

Workplace Violence Restraining Orders:
These are for individuals who have experienced violence, threats of violence, or harassment at their workplace.

Restraining orders typically prohibit the restrained person from contacting or coming near the protected person, their home, workplace, or children. They can also include other provisions depending on the circumstances, such as requiring the restrained person to move out of a shared home or to relinquish firearms.

To obtain a restraining order in California, you typically need to file a petition with the court and attend a hearing where you present evidence of the harassment or abuse. If the judge finds that there is a reasonable likelihood of harm, they can issue a temporary restraining order (TRO) until a full hearing can be held.

It’s important to note that violating a restraining order in California can result in serious legal consequences, including fines and imprisonment. If you are facing a restraining order against you in San Diego or Orange County, contact Dod Law an experienced criminal defense law firm who can guide you through the process and protect your rights.

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