Can a DV-116 be electronically signed?

Generally, electronic signatures are legally effective under the ESIGN Act (15 U.S.C. §7001) and UETA, but court orders and official court filings are often treated as exceptions. Verify local court rules to see if the judge or clerk will accept an electronic signature for the DV-116.

How should parties be served the signed order?

Serve per the court's service rules, which may include personal service, mail, or authorized electronic delivery. Document the method and date of service in the case file to avoid disputes about notice.

What if the DV-116 contains an error?

Return to the issuing court for a corrected order or an amended entry. Do not rely on informal notes; obtain a signed replacement or clerk's minute order reflecting the correction.

Who must sign the DV-116 to make it effective?

The presiding judge or authorized judicial officer must sign the DV-116. Clerk stamps or administrative notations alone do not substitute for a judge's signature where required by local rules.

Where is the DV-116 filed after signature?

File the signed order in the official case docket with the court clerk, and confirm that the clerk has updated the calendar and notified registered e-filing service participants.

What if a party misses the continued hearing?

The absent party may face procedural consequences under local rules, but remedies vary. Document service of the DV-116 and consult the court's rules for default or rescheduling procedures.

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DV-116 Order on Request to Continue Court Hearing

DV-116 Order on Request to Continue Court Hearing

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Order on Request to Continue Hearing (Temporary Restraining Order) (CLETS-TRO)

DV-116 Order on Request to Continue Hearing

This is a Court Order.

1. Protected Party:

2. Restrained Party:

3. Party Seeking Continuance

I am the Protected Party Restrained Party

Your Lawyer (if you have one for this case):

Name:

State Bar No.:

Firm Name:

Your Address (If you have a lawyer, give your lawyer's information. If you do not have a lawyer and want to keep your home address private, you may give a different mailing address instead. You do not have to give telephone, fax, or e-mail.)

Address:

City:

State:

Zip:

Telephone:

Fax:

E-Mail Address:

4. Order on Request for Continuance

a. The hearing in this matter is currently scheduled for (date):

b. The request for a continuance is DENIED for the reasons set forth below / on Attachment 4b.

The hearing shall be held as currently scheduled above. The Temporary Restraining Order (form DV-110) issued on (date):

remains in full force and effect until the hearing date.

c. The request for a continuance is GRANTED as set forth below.

5. Order Granting Continuance and Notice of New Hearing

The court hearing on the Request for Domestic Violence Restraining Order (form DV-100) is continued to the date, time, and location shown below:

Date:

Time:

Dept.:

Room:

Name and address of court, if different from above:

6. Reason for the Continuance

a. The continuance is needed because:

(1) The person in 2 was not served before the current hearing date. (2) The parties were referred to child custody mediation or child custody recommending counseling. (3) The person in 2 asked for a first continuance of the hearing. (4) The person in 3 asked for more time to hire a lawyer or prepare for the hearing or trial. (5) Other good cause as stated below / on Attachment 6a(5).

b. The court finds good cause and orders a continuance in its discretion.

7. Extension of Temporary Restraining Order

a. No temporary restraining orders were issued in this case. b. By granting the request to continue the hearing, the orders listed in Temporary Restraining Order (form DV-110), issued on:

remain in effect until the end of the hearing in:

c. The Temporary Restraining Order is MODIFIED. A new Temporary Restraining Order (form DV-110) is issued as of this date. d. The Temporary Restraining Order is TERMINATED for the reasons stated below / on Attachment 7d. e. Other (specify):

8. Other Orders (specify):

Additional orders are included at the end of this order on Attachment 8.

9. Service of Order

a. No further service of this order is required because both parties were present at the hearing when the new hearing date was ordered. b. The court granted the protected party’s request to continue the hearing date.

A copy of this order must be served on the restrained party at least days before the hearing in .

(1) All other documents requesting domestic violence restraining orders as shown in form DV-109 must also be personally served on the restrained party. (2) The Temporary Restraining Order (Form DV-110) has been modified and must be personally served on the restrained party. (3) A copy of the Temporary Restraining Order must NOT be served because the order was terminated in 7d.

c. The court granted the restrained party’s request to continue the hearing date.

A copy of this order must be served on the protected party at least days before the hearing in .

A copy of the Temporary Restraining Order (form DV-110) must be served if it was modified by the court in item 7.

d. All documents must be personally served unless otherwise specified below. e. Other (specify):

10. No Fee to Serve

If the sheriff or marshal serves this order, he or she will do it for free.

11. CLETS Entry

If the hearing is continued, the court or its designee will transmit this form within one business day to law enforcement personnel for entry into the California Restraining and Protective Order System (CARPOS) via the California Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (CLETS).

Date:

Judicial Officer

Request for Accommodations

Assistive listening systems, computer-assisted real-time captioning, or sign language interpreter services are available if you ask at least five days before the hearing. Contact the clerk’s office or go to www.courts.ca.gov/forms.htm for Request for Accommodations by Persons With Disabilities and Response (form MC-410). (Civ. Code, § 54.8.)

Clerk’s Certificate

I certify that this Order On Request to Continue Hearing (Temporary Restraining Order) (CLETS-TRO) is a true and correct copy of the original on file in the court.

Date:

Clerk, by:

What the DV-116 Order on Request to Continue Court Hearing Is

The DV-116 Order on Request to Continue Court Hearing is a judicial form used to document a judge's decision to postpone or reschedule a domestic violence-related hearing. It records the new hearing date and any conditions set by the court, and it replaces or amends prior scheduling entries. The order typically includes case caption information, the parties' names, the case number, the judge's directions, service instructions, and the judge's signature block to make the continuation effective.

Why the DV-116 Order Matters for Case Management

A clear DV-116 protects procedural rights by establishing the new hearing date and the court's instructions in writing. It prevents confusion about deadlines, guides service of the updated notice to all parties, and provides an official record for enforcement or appeal if scheduling disputes arise.

Who Interacts with the DV-116 Order

Multiple court participants rely on the DV-116: judges, clerks, attorneys, parties, and process servers all use it to confirm hearing changes.

Judges and court clerks use the order to update the official calendar and to direct case processing.
Attorneys and self-represented parties use it to confirm new hearing logistics and prepare filings.
Process servers and law enforcement use it to verify service obligations for parties who must be notified.

Primary Roles That Sign or Accept the Order

Presiding Judge

The judge issues and signs the DV-116 to continue the hearing; the signed order is the court's official directive and controls scheduling and any conditional terms.

Filing Party

The petitioner, respondent, or counsel requesting the continuance must file the request papers and ensure the signed DV-116 is served and uploaded per local court rules.

Core Elements to Include in a Professional DV-116 Order

A complete DV-116 includes standardized caption details, the order language, hearing logistics, signer identification, service requirements, and entry/tracking data used by courts to process the continuance without ambiguity.

Caption

Case caption with court name, county, case number, and party names so the order ties precisely to the underlying case record.

Order Text

Clear language stating the continuance decision, reasons if required, and any conditions the court imposes when granting the continuance.

New Hearing Info

New date, time, courtroom or department, and whether the hearing will be in person, by phone, or by videoconference.

Service Directions

Instructions specifying who must be served, acceptable service methods, and deadlines for completing service after entry of the order.

Signature Block

Judge's printed name, signature, and date; department or courtroom number to validate the entry and enable clerical indexing.

Clerk Entry

Space for clerk stamps, filing date, and file number to ensure proper docketing and public record access.

Step-by-Step: Prepare and File a DV-116 Order

Follow these steps to request, obtain, and distribute a DV-116 continuance order so the case record and parties reflect the new hearing schedule correctly.

01

Prepare Request: Draft the continuance request with reasons and proposed dates.
02

Judge Review: Present the request at hearing or via the court's submission process.
03

Order Entry: Judge signs DV-116 and clerk files it into the case record.
04

Serve Parties: Provide the signed order to all parties per court rules.

Configure an Online Workflow for DV-116 Completion

Set up an e-filing and signing workflow that captures required fields, enforces signer identity, and routes the final PDF to the court docket and parties.

Field	Configuration
Signature Type	Judge signature must be wet or court-authorized electronic signature.
Authentication	Use email plus SMS code or court SSO for signer verification.
Document Format	Save final order as PDF/A to preserve layout and audit trail.
Routing	Auto-send completed PDF to court clerk and all parties.

Technology Requirements for eSubmission and Signing

Use a platform that supports PDF/A, audit trails, and secure signer authentication before e-filing or delivering the DV-116 to the court.

File Formats: PDF/A and DOCX accepted
Authentication: Email plus SMS code
Integrations: eFiling and case management

How Electronic Completion and Filing Typically Works

A typical eSubmission flow ensures the order is completed, signed, archived, and delivered to the court and parties with a verifiable audit trail.

Upload Document: Add the DV-116 PDF to the signing platform.
Place Fields: Insert signature, date, and clerk fields.
Verify Signers: Use email or stronger ID methods for judges or clerks.
Deliver & Archive: Send to court and store a certified copy with audit log.

Timelines and Deadlines to Observe When Continuing a Hearing

Timing requirements vary by jurisdiction; confirm local rules. Below are common timeline items to track when requesting or implementing a DV-116 continuance.

Filing Before Hearing:

File a continuance request as early as local rules require.

Service After Entry:

Serve the signed DV-116 promptly per court-prescribed methods.

Objection Period:

Allow any opposing party time to object if rules provide one.

Calendar Update:

Court clerk must update calendar and notify parties.

Record Availability:

Ensure the signed order is in the public case record.

Risks of an Incorrect or Improperly Handled DV-116

Hearing Delay: Unclear orders can cause additional delays.

Service Defect: Improper service may invalidate the continuance.

Clerical Rejection: Court may refuse to file or docket the order.

Enforcement Issues: Ambiguous terms can complicate enforcement.

Multiple Continuances: Repeated errors create cumulative scheduling risk.

Legal Challenge: Parties may seek relief for procedural defects.

Security, Compliance, and Recordkeeping Essentials

Encryption: TLS 1.2/1.3 in transit

Data at Rest: AES-256 storage

Audit Trail: Capture IP, timestamp, actions

Legal Frameworks: ESIGN and UETA applicable

HIPAA Note: BAA required for PHI

Accessibility: WCAG 2.0 Level AA support

Practical Examples from Real Users

These examples show how courts and organizations handle continuance orders and digital workflows in practice.

Optica Ventures (Brian Fitzgibbons)

Court staff used a streamlined order process to reduce confusion about new hearing dates.

The result: faster confirmations.
Brian Fitzgibbons notes the interface is simple to use for staff and for external parties, helping ensure continuance orders are processed and served promptly without repeated clerical follow-up or calendar conflicts.

Xerox NetSuite Operations (Kodi-Marie Evans)

Integration of signing with case management eliminated duplicate entry.

Signatures synced automatically.
Kodi-Marie Evans reports this flexibility allowed the team to get signatures on documents in needed formats and reduced time spent rekeying docket entries after a continuance was ordered.

Typical eSignature Pricing and Feature Snapshot for Document Workflows

Compare baseline pricing and core capabilities for e-signature platforms often used to prepare and distribute court orders; signNow is listed first per platform comparisons.

	signNow	DocuSign	Adobe Sign	PandaDoc	HelloSign
Starting Price	$8/user/mo	$15/user/mo	$14/user/mo	$19/user/mo	$15/user/mo
Free Trial	7-day trial	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Bulk Send	Yes (Premium)	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Audit Trail	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
HIPAA Compliant	Yes	Yes	Yes	No	No

Frequently Asked Questions About DV-116 Orders

Answers to common questions about completing, signing, filing, and serving a DV-116 Order on Request to Continue Court Hearing.

Need help? Contact support

Can a DV-116 be electronically signed?
Generally, electronic signatures are legally effective under the ESIGN Act (15 U.S.C. §7001) and UETA, but court orders and official court filings are often treated as exceptions. Verify local court rules to see if the judge or clerk will accept an electronic signature for the DV-116.
How should parties be served the signed order?
Serve per the court's service rules, which may include personal service, mail, or authorized electronic delivery. Document the method and date of service in the case file to avoid disputes about notice.
What if the DV-116 contains an error?
Return to the issuing court for a corrected order or an amended entry. Do not rely on informal notes; obtain a signed replacement or clerk's minute order reflecting the correction.
Who must sign the DV-116 to make it effective?
The presiding judge or authorized judicial officer must sign the DV-116. Clerk stamps or administrative notations alone do not substitute for a judge's signature where required by local rules.
Where is the DV-116 filed after signature?
File the signed order in the official case docket with the court clerk, and confirm that the clerk has updated the calendar and notified registered e-filing service participants.
What if a party misses the continued hearing?
The absent party may face procedural consequences under local rules, but remedies vary. Document service of the DV-116 and consult the court's rules for default or rescheduling procedures.

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