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

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

**Direct answer.** When someone close to you uses threats, violence, or intimidation to control you, a domestic violence restraining order can give you legal protection — including orders to stay away, stop contact, and leave a shared home. This guide covers filing in Inyo County.

## Where to file in Inyo County

File at the Bishop Courthouse (Department 4), 301 W. Line Street, Bishop, CA 93514 — clerk's office (760) 872-3038, open Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. (closed 12:00–1:00 p.m.; phone hours 1:00–4:00 p.m.). The court lists this courthouse as serving all case types. Confirm hours and details 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 (worth knowing about so you can recognize it). No separate local cover sheet is required for an initial DVRO request per the court's published information (confirm current requirements on the court's official site).

- 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).

## What it costs

Filing an initial domestic violence restraining order request is free — there is no filing fee, and you don't need form FW-001 for that filing. 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 Inyo 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.

- The Inyo Legal Self Help Center is located at the Bishop Courthouse, 301 W. Line Street, Bishop — (760) 872-6240, open Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. (closed 12:00–1:00 p.m.). Free assistance with basic legal paperwork, including help with protection-from-domestic-violence cases.
- If you are in danger right now, call 911. The National Domestic Violence Hotline is 800-799-7233 — free, confidential, and open 24/7.

## Questions people ask next

### How quickly can I get protection?

A judge usually looks at your request by the next court day. A temporary order can be issued right away, with a hearing usually within about three weeks.

### Do I need a lawyer?

No. Many filers do this on their own, and the court's self-help center can assist with the forms at no cost.

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

The initial DVRO request is free, so no fee-waiver form is needed for that filing.

### I'm scared right now — what do I do?

Call 911 if you're in immediate danger. The National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-7233 offers confidential help and safety planning 24/7.

### Can I complete the forms in Spanish?

Spanish-language versions of many restraining order forms exist. Ask the self-help center at (760) 872-6240 for help if you need it.

## 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 Imperial County, California](https://justiceos.ai/guides/imperial-county-dv-restraining-order)
- [How to File a Domestic Violence Restraining Order in Kern County, California](https://justiceos.ai/guides/kern-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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JusticeOS is not a law firm, is not your lawyer, and does not give legal advice. It explains California court forms and procedure in plain language and cites official sources. In immediate danger call 911. National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233.

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