Ex Parte and Declaration for Orders

El Dorado Superior Court · Local Forms Required

Verified current as of July 3, 2026

This form is used by someone who needs a court order quickly without the other person being present, and they must explain to the judge in writing why they need the order right away and why waiting for a hearing isn't safe or practical. Someone would use this form when they're in an urgent situation—like needing immediate protection from abuse, custody arrangements during an emergency, or other time-sensitive family court matters.