What is a restraining order?

It is a court order that helps protect people from abuse or harassment. 

 

What are the different types of restraining orders?

There are four different types of restraining orders available to the public.  

 

• Family restraining orders cover persons seeking TRO’s against family members or those involved in marriage, dating or shared parentage relationships.  For more information, click here.

 

• Civil restraining orders deal with civil matters, neighbor disputes, and general harassment issues.  For more information, click here.

 

• Elder abuse/Dependant adult restraining orders are for those who are either over 65, or classified as a dependant adult.  As a result of their age or status, they are being physically, financially or emotionally abused.  For more information, click here.

   

• Workplace violence restraining orders cover harassment and violence at the workplace.  For more information, click here.

 

How much does a restraining order cost?

Typically, court filing fees for restraining orders are $355.00.  However, in instances where violence or stalking has occurred, the fees are waived.  Also, if you cannot afford to pay the fees, they can be waived. 

The fee for the Sheriff’s Civil Unit to serve your order is $35.00.  Again, these fees are waived if violence, stalking or an inability to pay exists. 

 

Where can I get the forms?

You can get the forms at four different locations throughout Ventura County:

Ventura Superior Court 804 S Victoria Ave Ventura

Simi Valley Courthouse 3855-F Alamo St Simi Valley

Juvenile Justice Courthouse 4353 Vineyard Ave Oxnard (El Rio)

Oxnard Self-Help Center 1500 Colonia Rd #20 Oxnard