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PHONE SCAM ALERT

: in more than a dozen states, including California, reports have been filed regarding calls from people claiming to be court officials or law enforcement officers. Do not provide any information having to do with your bank or credit card to anyone claiming to be an officer of the court or of the law. If you receive communication from someone requesting your personal information, immediately contact the fraud unit of your local police department. Be advised that although court personnel may contact you by telephone, they will never ask for your personal or credit card information.

Restraining Orders

Types of Restraining Orders

A Restraining Order is an order issued by the Court that 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.

There are no fees associated with filing this case type. All documents may be filed in-person, by mail, or via e-filing. For information on the e-filing process, visit eFile Court Documents | County of Yolo. Additionally, you may also file at home. For information on filing at home, visit File @ Home: Online Court Filing | County of Yolo. 

People Involved Type Required
If you think someone is dangerous and should be restricted from having or buying firearms and ammunition

Gun Violence

Neighbors or other unrelated people

Civil harassment

Family members, current or former individuals with whom you have been intimate or had a relationship

Domestic Violence

A person 65 years or older or a dependent adult and there are allegations of physical, financial, mental/emotional abuse, neglect or abandonment

Elder / Dependent Adult Abuse

Workers and/or managers

Workplace Violence