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Learn About Four Different Types of Restraining Orders That Might Be Issued in California

A restraining order can be issued when a person petitions a California court. They are issued to keep a person safe and secure. Restraining orders can be issued for emergency situations, on a temporary basis, or on a permanent basis. Though the name “permanent” restraining order is not accurate as the maximum time is five years.

Today we will discuss four types of restraining orders that can be issued. If you have been accused of a crime and a restraining order has been issued, or you have been charged with violating a restraining order, contact Law Office of Michael L. Fell at (949) 585-9055 for a free legal consultation.

  1. Civil Harassment Restraining Order
  2. The most common type of restraining order issued is known as a civil harassment restraining order. It can be issued for any kind of violence, a threat of violence, or a pattern of behavior that the court believes reasonably scares, harasses, or annoys a person.

  3. A Domestic Violence Restraining Order
  4. There are specific situations for which a domestic violence restraining order can be issued. One condition is that person has a qualifying relationship with the alleged abuser. In California, this must be a personal relationship between two parties who are married, registered domestic partners, divorced, separated, dating, parents of a child, living together, or who are closely related.

  5. Elder Abuse Restraining Order
  6. This is a restraining order type that is made specifically to protect our elderly citizens. It generally involves physical abuse but not always. Other types of abuse that can be grounds for the filing of an elder abuse restraining order including financial abuse, being abandoned, and neglect. Elder abuse restraining orders can be issued against loved ones, caregivers, and anyone else who is guilty of abusing the elder in question.

  7. Workplace Violence Restraining Order
  8. This type of restraining order can only be requested by an employer in California on behalf of their employee. It can only be issued if said employee has suffered due to being stalked, harassed, physically harmed, or credible threats of violence. The employee can take action if their employer does not, but they must file for a civil harassment restraining order instead.

Talk to a Criminal Defense Attorney if You Have Been Served with a Restraining Order

If you have been issued a restraining order then you should contact a criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. This is not something you can simply allow to happen without having your attorney fight for you. Call Law Office of Michael L. Fell at (949) 585-9055 now for a free consultation and to learn what your legal options are.