# How to File a Domestic Violence Restraining Order in Glenn County, California

> Step-by-step guide to filing a domestic violence restraining order in Glenn County: where to file in Willows, the forms, fees, and local help.

**Direct answer.** If someone close to you is hurting you, threatening you, or making you feel unsafe, a domestic violence restraining order (DVRO) is a court order that can help protect you. This guide walks you through filing one in Glenn County, in plain language, one step at a time.

## Where to file in Glenn County

File at the Glenn County Superior Court — Main Courthouse, 526 W. Sycamore Street, Willows, CA 95988. Courthouse hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. You may file in person at the clerk's counter, or e-file voluntarily through one of the court's approved electronic filing providers — self-represented filers are exempt from Glenn's mandatory e-filing rule for family law matters (Local Rule 2.5), so in-person filing is always an option. You can confirm hours and division contact information on the official court site.

## The forms you'll need

DV-120 is the form the other party uses to respond — it is not part of your filing packet (mention briefly so readers recognize it).

- DV-100 — the request for the restraining order itself; describes what happened and what protection you need.
- DV-109 — notice of the court hearing date.
- DV-110 — the temporary restraining order a judge can grant before the hearing.
- CLETS-001 — confidential information for law enforcement (kept private from the other party).
- GCSC FL-020 (local form) — "Declaration Re: Notice of Ex Parte Application for Order." Glenn's local rules require anyone seeking an emergency ex parte order in a domestic violence case to complete and file this local declaration with the request (Local Rule 5.0(B)(2)). Get the current version of this form from the court's local-forms page — it's a Glenn-specific requirement on top of the statewide forms.

## What it costs

Filing an initial domestic violence restraining order request is free — there is no filing fee, and you don't need a fee-waiver form (FW-001) for the initial request. FW-001 is only for asking the court to waive fees on other, fee-based filings.

## What happens after you file

A judge reviews your request, typically by the next court day. If a temporary order is granted, a hearing is usually scheduled within about three weeks. The other party must be legally served with the papers. Bring your forms and any evidence to the hearing.

## Local help in Glenn County

JusticeOS is not a law firm and does not give legal advice. This guide is general information, not legal advice. If you are unsure about your situation, talk to a licensed California attorney or your court's self-help center.

- Self Help Center at the court: (530) 934-7114.
- For family law questions, the court lists Family Law/Civil at (530) 934-6446, option 4.
- If you are in danger right now, call 911. The National Domestic Violence Hotline is 800-799-7233 — free, confidential, and available 24/7.

## Questions people ask next

### How long does it take to get a restraining order?

A judge usually reviews your paperwork by the next court day. If a temporary order is granted, your hearing is usually set within about three weeks.

### Do I need a lawyer to file?

No. Many people file on their own, and the court's Self Help Center at (530) 934-7114 can help with the paperwork.

### What if I can't afford the filing fee?

The initial DVRO request is free, so no fee-waiver form is needed for that filing. FW-001 applies only to other, fee-based court filings.

### What if I'm in danger right now?

Call 911. You can also call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-7233 any time, day or night. It's free and confidential.

### Can I file in Spanish?

Ask the Self Help Center at (530) 934-7114 what Spanish-language forms and help are available in Glenn County.

## Official sources

- [California Courts — Restraining orders (self-help)](https://selfhelp.courts.ca.gov/DV-restraining-order)
- [California Family Code § 6222 — no fee to ask for a domestic violence restraining order](https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=FAM&sectionNum=6222)

## Related guides

- [How to File a Domestic Violence Restraining Order in Fresno County, California](https://justiceos.ai/guides/fresno-county-dv-restraining-order)
- [How to File a Domestic Violence Restraining Order in Humboldt County, California](https://justiceos.ai/guides/humboldt-county-dv-restraining-order)
- [How California DVRO filing works after you finish the forms](https://justiceos.ai/guides/dvro-filing)

Published 2026-09-28. Reviewed against official California Courts guidance on 2026-09-28.

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