Filing After Hours: A petition for an order of protection or a motion for a hearing on
If you need protection from danger right away, ask for an “Ex Parte” Order for Protection.
stalking, or trafficking, a Temporary Ex-Parte Protective Order will be issued.
Appearing at your work or home; Going onto or staying on property you own, rent,
You can get a temporary ex parte order without the abuser present in court.
A court may grant an Immediate Restraining Order (Ex Parte) the same day as the
You can file for a family violence protective order in the superior court in the county where
You can call the police anytime you are hurt or in danger, but having an
If you need protection from the person who filed a restraining order against
This means the same no contact and stay away rules apply to the other listed