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請求下達家庭暴力禁制令(家庭暴力預防)

本表不是法院命令。僅供參考,請勿提交法院。

您還必須填寫 CLETS-001 表「保密 CLETS 資訊」,並在提交本申請時將該表交給書記員。

1. 請求獲得保護的人的姓名: 年齡:

本案中您的律師(如有):

姓名: 州律師協會號碼:

律師事務所名稱:

地址:

城市: 州: 郵遞區號:

電話: 傳真: 電子郵件地址:

2. 您希望受到保護、免受其虐待的人的姓名:

對您希望受到保護免受其傷害的人的描述:

性別: 身高: 體重:

頭髮顏色: 眼睛顏色: 種族:

年齡: 出生日期:

地址(如知道):

城市: 州: 郵遞區號:

3. 您是否希望下達保護您的家人或家庭成員的命令?

如果回答「是」,請列出:

全名 性別 年齡 與您住在一起? 否 與您的關係

全名 性別 年齡 與您住在一起? 否 與您的關係

4. 您與第2項中的人是什麼關係?

我們現在是夫妻或經過登記的配偶。

我們曾經是夫妻或經過登記的配偶。

我們目前同居。

我們以前曾經同居。

我們是有血緣、婚姻或領養關係的親屬:

我們正在約會或曾經約會,或者我們已經或曾經訂婚準備結婚。

我們是一名或多名18歲以下子女的共同父母。

5. 其他法院案例

您本人或第3項中所列的任何其他人是否曾經涉入與第2項中的人的其他案例?

案例類型與資訊:

離婚、婚姻無效、合法分居

民事騷擾

家庭暴力

刑事犯罪

青少年、受撫養、監護

子女贍養費

父母身份、父親身份

其他:

目前是否有任何家庭暴力限制/保護令?

6. 個人行為命令

請求法院命令第2項中的人不要對我或第3項中所列的任何人有以下行為:

騷擾、襲擊、毆打、威脅、攻擊、拳擊、跟蹤、尾隨、折磨、毀壞個人財產、擾亂平靜、監控、假冒他人或阻礙行動。

以任何方式直接或間接聯絡,包括但不限於打電話、寄郵件、發電子郵件或採用其他電子方法。

7. 不得接近命令

請求保持 的距離:

本人

我的住宅

我的工作或工作地點

我的學校

我的車輛

子女的學校或托兒所

第3項中所列的每一個人

其他:

8. 搬出命令

本人請求法院命令第2項中的人搬出並不得返回:

本人有權在以上地址居住,因為:

9. 槍支或其他武器或彈藥

我認為第2項所列人士擁有或控制槍枝或其他武器: 不知道

10. 記錄非法通訊

本人請求法院批准本人有權記錄第2項中的人違反法官的命令與我通訊的內容。

11. 動物照護

我要求對以下所列動物享有唯一的擁有、護理及控制權:

我要求動物與我在一起,因為:

12. 子女監護和探訪

我沒有子女監護或探訪命令,我希望下達該命令。

我有子女監護或探訪命令,我希望更改該命令。

13. 子女贍養費

我沒有子女贍養費命令,我希望下達該命令。

我有子女贍養費命令,我希望更改該命令。

我目前在接受或已經申請 TANF、Welfare、CalWORKS 或 Medi-Cal。

14. 財產控制

我請求法院允許我僅暫時使用、擁有和控制此處所列的財產:

15. 債務償還

本人請求法院命令第2項中的人在命令有效期內支付以下款項:

收款人: 付款原因: 數額:$

16. 財產限制

我與第2項所列人士有夫妻關係或經過登記的配偶關係,請求法院限制其處分財產。

17. 配偶撫養費

我請求法院命令第2項中的人支付配偶贍養費。

18. 保險

我請求法院命令第2項中的人不得兌現、借款、取消、轉讓、棄置或更改任何保險或賠付。

19. 律師費與開支

我請求第2項中的人支付部分或全部我的律師費和訴訟費。

20. 開支與服務付款

本人請求由第2項中的人支付以下款項:

收款人: 付款原因: 數額:$

收款人: 付款原因: 數額:$

21. 施虐者干預計劃

本人請求法院命令第2項中所列人士參加為期52週的施虐者干預計劃。

22. 其他命令

您還請求法院發佈哪些其他命令?

23. 送達(通知)時間

如需在聽證會召開前少於五天送達文件,請說明理由:

24. 免費將命令送達(通知)受禁制人

我希望警官或法警免費將命令送達(通知)受禁制人。

25. 法院聽證會

法院將應您的請求安排召開聽證會。

26. 描述受虐狀況

請描述第2項中的人如何虐待您。

a. 最近一次虐待的日期:

b. 誰在場?

c. 請描述第2項中的人如何虐待您或您的子女:

d. 第2項中的人是否使用或威脅使用槍支或任何其他武器?

e. 描述受到的任何傷害:

f. 警察是否到來?

如果回答「是」,警察是否給您或第2項中的人「緊急情況保護令」? 我不知道

g. 第2項中的人是否曾經在其他時間虐待您(或您的子女)?

27. 其他受保護人

第3項中所列的人需要保護令,因為:

28. 本表隨附的頁數(如有):

本人聲明,以上提供之資訊準確無誤,否則甘願根據加州法律接受偽證罪處罰。

日期:

用打字或用大寫字母書寫您的姓名

簽名

日期:

律師姓名(如有)

律師簽名

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What the Request for Domestic Violence Restraining Order is

A Request for Domestic Violence Restraining Order is a court filing used by a person (the petitioner) to ask a judge for legal protection from an alleged abuser (the respondent). The petition describes the relationship, summarizes incidents of abuse or threats, and requests specific orders such as stay‑away distances, move‑out, child custody or possession of firearms. Courts may grant temporary ex parte relief before a full hearing if immediate protection is needed. The form begins the judicial process that can produce a legally enforceable protective order when signed by a judge.

Why this request matters for immediate protection

Filing a request creates a documented legal record and can prompt emergency temporary orders that restrict contact, require the respondent to vacate shared residence, or surrender firearms pending a hearing. A granted order is enforceable by law enforcement and can be entered into national protective order registries.

Why this request matters for immediate protection

Who typically files a domestic violence restraining order

Petitions are commonly filed by people seeking protection from current or former intimate partners, household members, or family members.

  • Individuals alleging physical harm, threats, stalking, or harassment who need court-ordered safety measures.
  • Parents or guardians seeking protection that includes custody or child visitation safeguards.
  • Advocates, legal aid attorneys, or court self-help staff assisting survivors with form completion and filing.

Courts may permit agencies to file on behalf of victims in some jurisdictions; check local court rules for proxy filings and victim services.

Essential parts of the Request for Domestic Violence Restraining Order

A complete request combines factual allegations, identification details, the specific relief sought, supporting exhibits, and service information so the court can consider temporary and permanent orders.

Petitioner ID

Full legal name, contact info, and relationship to the respondent so the court can identify the protected person.

Respondent ID

Respondent's full name, physical description, current address, and known locations for service to enable proper notice.

Incident Summary

A chronological description of abusive acts or threats with dates, locations, and witnesses to establish urgency and pattern.

Relief Requested

Specific orders sought (stay-away, move-out, temporary custody, child visitation limits, firearm surrender) stated clearly.

Supporting Evidence

Photos, medical records, police reports, texts, or witness declarations attached as exhibits to corroborate the petition.

Service Details

How and when the respondent can be served; include alternative service requests if physical service is unsafe or impracticable.

Step-by-step: filing a Request for Domestic Violence Restraining Order

Complete the petition carefully, assemble evidence, file at the appropriate court, then arrange for service of the respondent before the hearing.

  • 01
    Prepare paperwork: Fill the petition and attach exhibits.
  • 02
    File with court: Submit to the family or civil clerk for filing.
  • 03
    Request temporary order: Ask judge for ex parte relief if immediate danger exists.
  • 04
    Serve respondent: Arrange service per local rules before the hearing.

Configuring an online completion workflow for the request

When using an e‑form platform, configure key fields, signer roles, authentication, and routing to match court filing requirements.

Field Configuration
Signature Type Typed name or drawn signature allowed
Authentication Email plus SMS code for petitioner verification
Audit Trail Enable timestamps and IP logging
Storage Retain PDF/A copy and export metadata

Where to file and how the court processes the request

Filing location and procedures vary; most petitions are filed at the civil or family court in the county where the petitioner or respondent lives.

  • Court clerk: File petition with county family or civil clerk's office.
  • Judicial review: Judge may grant temporary ex parte relief without respondent present.
  • Hearing set: Court schedules a full hearing to evaluate evidence.
  • Order issued: Judge signs enforceable protective order if warranted.

Technical considerations for submitting or sharing the request

Use formats and platforms accepted by the court, and ensure authentication and retention meet legal standards such as ESIGN and UETA.

  • File Formats: PDF or PDF/A preferred by most courts
  • Integrations: Supports integrations like Salesforce and Google Workspace
  • Security: Enable TLS encryption and audit logs

Check local court rules for electronic filing policies; maintain a secure copy and an immutable audit trail for evidentiary use.

Key pieces of information the court will expect

Petitioner name: Full legal name
Respondent name: Full legal name
Incident dates: Specific date(s)
Incident summary: Concise factual description
Relief requested: Specific protective orders
Attachments: Exhibits and evidence list

Common mistakes to avoid when preparing the request

  • Providing vague incident descriptions that lack dates, locations, or specific behavior details.
  • Omitting or misspelling the respondent’s name, which can prevent proper service.
  • Failing to attach supporting evidence such as photos, medical records, or police reports.
  • Not asking for temporary ex parte relief when immediate danger exists and facts support it.

Legal risks and consequences of incorrect or false statements

Perjury Exposure: Criminal penalties for knowingly false statements
Order Dismissal: Incomplete petitions can be denied or continued
Delayed Protection: Errors may postpone emergency relief
Service Failure: Improper service can void hearings or orders
Civil Liability: Respondent may seek sanctions for abuse of process
Evidence Loss: Poor retention undermines enforcement

Typical timelines and what to expect next

Timeframes differ by jurisdiction; below are common timelines to plan for when filing a petition for a protective order.

Ex parte hearing:

Same day to 10 days, depending on court emergency docket

Full hearing scheduled:

Often within 10–30 days after filing, varies by county

Service deadline:

Respondent typically must be served before the full hearing

Order duration:

Temporary orders last until the full hearing; permanent orders vary by court

Appeal period:

Time to appeal varies by state—check local court rules

Key procedural milestones from filing to final order

Understanding the sequence helps you track progress and meet deadlines required by the court and for service of process.

01

File Petition

Submit the completed petition and exhibits to the clerk.

02

Temporary Order Request

Judge reviews facts and may grant immediate relief.

03

Serve Respondent

Arrange for lawful service of the petition and temporary order.

04

Full Hearing

Judge hears testimony and issues final protective order.

Realistic scenarios where a request is used

Two common examples illustrate typical facts and requested relief in domestic violence petitions.

Case Study 1

A single petitioner reports repeated late-night threats and broken windows near home, with dates and photos provided

  • Petitioner requests a stay-away order and temporary custody of a shared child
  • The court grants an ex parte stay-away order, schedules a full hearing within three weeks, and requires respondent service before that hearing to permit cross-examination and evidence presentation.

Case Study 2

A parent documents escalating physical assaults and emergency room notes following an incident, plus witness statements

  • Parent asks for immediate removal of respondent from residence and firearm surrender
  • The judge issues a temporary removal order and schedules a full hearing; the petitioner keeps certified copies and contacts law enforcement for enforcement if respondent violates the order.

Frequently asked questions about the Request for Domestic Violence Restraining Order

Answers to common procedural and technical questions to help applicants navigate filing, service, e‑signing, and enforcement.


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