Basic Process in Obtaining a Domestic Violence Restraining Order (DVTRO)

Complete the domestic violence restraining order request using DV-100, DV-110, and DV-109. If requesting child custody/visitation and no travel you will need to complete additional forms. For more information, please see “How to Ask for a Domestic Violence Restraining Order”.

Turn in the completed forms to the county clerk’s office at 520 Main Street, Quincy CA. Paperwork should include an original copy plus two (2) additional copies.

Paperwork should be ready within 24-48 hours after filing. Pick up copies at county clerk’s office.

Have the responding party personally served with a copy of everything that you filed, either by using the Sheriff’s office located at 1400 E. Main Street, Quincy CA, or a 3rd party that is unrelated to anyone involved in the case. Service must be completed at least 5 days before your hearing.

If using the Sheriff’s office, you must complete the Letter of Instruction, proof of service form (DV-200), and forms for respondent. These include the DV-120, DV-120info, DV-800, DV-800info, and DV-250. All documents are available at https://courts.ca.gov/rules-forms/find-your-court-forms

If you are not using the Sheriff’s Office, the server should fill out and sign a ‘proof of personal service’ (DV-200). Make 3 copies and submit it to the clerk’s office as soon as possible. The order is not enforceable until the other party is served and there is a proof of service filed with the court.

• Attend court on the given date listed on the DV-109. Your abusive partner will likely be there for the hearing. Sometimes it is necessary to have a continuation to allow the other party to respond to your request. Orders will remain in effect until the new court date. A judge can grant a permanent order for 3 or 5 years. 3 years is standard.