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Santa Barbara Superior Court · Family Law

Verified current as of July 22, 2026

The DV-700-INFO is an informational sheet that explains the domestic violence restraining order process and what a person can expect when filing for or responding to a restraining order in Santa Barbara County. Anyone involved in a domestic violence situation — whether they're seeking protection from an abuser or responding to allegations against them — would need to read this form to understand their rights and the court procedures.