Domestic Violence Restraining Order Response

Tulare Superior Court · Adoptions

Verified current as of July 25, 2026

This form is used to respond to a domestic violence restraining order that has been filed against you, allowing you to tell the court your side of the story and explain why the order should not be granted or should be changed. A person who has been accused of domestic violence and served with a restraining order petition would need to use this form to defend themselves in court.