Temporary Restraining Order (CLETS-TCH)
California · Judicial Council of California · Effective January 1, 2026
This form is a court document that tells people what temporary orders the judge has given in a civil harassment prevention case. It asks for information about the people involved and details specific rules the restrained person must follow.
The court describes it as: Tells you what restraining orders the court granted temporarily.
Where this fits in a case
JudgmentStage: Judgment
This form is used when the court is issuing temporary orders in a civil harassment prevention case. It documents the temporary rules regarding contact, distance, and prohibited items.
Prepared by the court or clerk.
Official instructions
How-to guides published by the court for this form.
Common questions
- Who fills out this form?
- The court will complete the rest of this form, though the protected and restrained persons must fill out their personal information. The clerk stamps the date when it is filed.
- What does this form show?
- It shows the temporary orders the court has granted, including rules about personal conduct, staying away from certain places, and rules about firearms.
- Is this a request or an order?
- This document is stated to be a Court Order, meaning the judge has already made the decisions listed on it.
Revision history
No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect January 1, 2026.
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