Restraining Orders Blog
Posted on Feb 7, 2012 By David D. Diamond
A major question in restraining order cases is whether or not discovery is permitted. A little known case answers that question. The simple answer is no. In Thomas v Quintero (126 Cal.App.4th 635), ...
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Posted on Dec 23, 2011 By Diamond & Associates
When you appear for a domestic violence restraining order, the Judge can grant mutual restraining orders on a very limited basis. Family Law Code section 6305 states that, "the court may not ...
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Posted on Dec 23, 2011 By Diamond & Associates
Does the Respondent Have A Right to a Continuance? Yes. When the respondent appears to defend a domestic violence restraining order, he has an automatic right to continue the matter. He can ask te ...
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Posted on Dec 9, 2011 By Diamond & Associates
If you are served with a temporary restraining order, you must file an answer (response) with the court. The following provides links to said forms. However, it is also important to file your own ...
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Posted on Dec 9, 2011 By Diamond & Associates
When law enforcement respond to a domestic violence call, they can ask a bench offcier for an EPO. This stands for emergency protective order. It is issued by a law enforcement officer with the ...
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Posted on Nov 11, 2011 By Diamond & Associates
What is the Definition of Harassment? Harassment means unlawful violence, a credible threat of violence, or a knowing and willful course of conduct directed at a specific person that seriously annoys, ...
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Posted on Nov 11, 2011 By Diamond & Associates
Who May Seek Protection Under the Civil Harassment Restraining Order Laws Any person who believes that they have suffered harassment may seek a TRO (temporary restraining order) and an injunction ...
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Posted on Nov 3, 2011 By David D.Diamond
Welcome to our California restraining orders web site and law blog! We have an RSS feed available for you here. Please add our feed to your reader to stay updated on the latest important information ...
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