Abuse & Harassment

How to comply with gun orders,
how to respond, and
how to prepare for your hearing

This page contains information for Parties replying to a Restraining Order request, please click here for information on how to apply for a Restraining Order.

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What do these papers mean?

https://selfhelp.courts.ca.gov/respond-to-DV-restraining-order

How do I comply with gun orders?

General Information

San Mateo County specific gun relinquishment information for Domestic Violence Cases (FL-19DV)

San Mateo County specific gun relinquishment information for Elder Abuse Cases (FL-19EA)

San Mateo County specific gun relinquishment information for Civil Harassment Cases (FL-19CH)

San Mateo County specific gun relinquishment information for Gun Violence, Workplace Violence, or School Violence Cases (FL-19GV)

How can I respond in writing?

https://selfhelp.courts.ca.gov/respond-to-DV-restraining-order/fill-file-response

How do I have my response delivered to the other party?

https://selfhelp.courts.ca.gov/respond-to-DV-restraining-order/serve

How can I prepare for the court hearing?

https://selfhelp.courts.ca.gov/DV-restraining-order/prepare-court-date