What types of restraining orders can be used to provide immediate help to victims of domestic violence?

Three types of restraining orders can be used to provide immediate assistance to victims of domestic violence. These are:

  • Emergency Protective Order: Issue by law enforcement and good for only 5 days
  • Temporary Restraining Order: Issued for cases not considered serious enough to be considered for criminal charges by the DA and is good for up to 21 days
  • Permanent Restraining Order: Good for up to 5 years depending on the circumstances