How to apply for a civil restraining order

You should know

To make a civil restraining order application, you must provide an address for the respondent(s).

Types of civil restraining orders

It is important to know what kind of application you need to make. There are three types of civil restraining orders that you can apply for. For more information on the different types of civil restraining orders, please see our types of civil restraining orders page.

Making your application

The steps below provide information on how you can make an application for a civil restraining order.

Where to apply

How to identify the District Court office where you submit your civil restraining order application.

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Making your application 

Information that you need to provide to the court office so they can issue  a civil restraining order summons to you and the respondent. 

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Attend the full court hearing for your civil restraining order

Information about attending your court hearing where a judge will decide on your civil restraining order application.

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After your court hearing

Details about the outcomes of your court hearing.

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Getting help