Types of restraining orders
If you need a restraining order, first find out what type of restraining order you need. Your court'sSelf-Help Centercan help if you're not sure.Once you know, select that type to find the type of protection it offers, how to ask for one, and how to renew or enforce it.
If someone asked for a restraining order against you, select the type of restraining order tofind out more about your options. The forms you were given have the name of the type of restraining order listed on them.
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Which type you can ask for
Description of all types of restraining orders.
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Domestic violence
If you are or were in a relationship with someone or are closely related to them.
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Civil harassment
If you are not in a relationship and not closely related. For example, neighbors or coworkers.
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Elder or dependent adult
If the person to be protected is 65 or older, or a dependent adult.
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Workplace violence
An employer asks for protection for an employee.
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Gun violence
If someone has threatened to harm themselves or others with a gun.
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School violence
A school administrator or safety officer asks for protection for a student.
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Emergency and criminal protective orders
Police can ask for in an emergency and judges can make in a criminal case.
