Abuse, Harassment & Restraining Orders Help
A Restraining Order is an order issued by the Court which is meant to protect a person from harm or harassment. There are several types of Restraining Orders, use this table to find out which one best fits your situation and follow the appropriate link to learn more on the California Courts website.
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Civil Harrassment
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Domestic ViolencePeople Involved: Family members, current or former individuals with whom you have been intimate or had a relationship 
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Elder/Dependent Adult AbusePeople Involved: A person 65 years or older or a dependent adult and there are allegations of physical, financial, mental/emotional abuse, neglect or abandonment. 
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Workplace Violence
Information on Abuse, Harassment & Restraining Orders
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Child Abuse & NeglectCalifornia Courts information on Child Abuse and Neglect. 
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Civil HarassmentCalifornia Courts details on Civil Harassment. 
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Domestic Violence ProgramsCalifornia Courts content on Domestic Violence Programs. 
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Elder and Dependent Adult AbuseCalifornia Courts information on Elder and Dependent Adult Abuse. 
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Judicial Council Self-Help Domestic ViolenceCalifornia Courts details on Judicial Council Self-Help Domestic Violence