# How to File a Domestic Violence Restraining Order in Lassen County, California > Step-by-step guide to filing a domestic violence restraining order in Lassen County: where to file in Susanville, the forms, fees, and local help. **Direct answer.** When someone you know — a partner, ex, or family member — is harming you or threatening your safety, a domestic violence restraining order can order them to stay away and stop all contact. Here's how to file one in Lassen County, step by step. ## Where to file in Lassen County File at the Lassen Superior Court — Hall of Justice, 2610 Riverside Drive, Susanville, CA 96130 — (530) 251-8205. The court also has a dedicated Domestic Violence & Gun Violence Restraining Order Online Submission System on its website for filing these requests electronically — you don't have to come to the courthouse. Note: LawHelp Interactive only prepares your forms; it does not file them. You must submit them through the court's online submission system, or print and file them at the courthouse. Confirm hours and procedures 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 (recognize it in case papers are served on you). - 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 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 — the Sheriff's Office serves DVRO papers free of charge ((530) 251-8014). Bring your forms and any evidence to the hearing. ## Local help in Lassen 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. - Lassen Superior Court Legal Self-Help: text or leave a voicemail at (530) 251-3935 for a free callback with help on your paperwork. Help is limited — check the court's current self-help attorney flyer for the latest availability. - Lassen Family Services 24-hour crisis line (listed on the court's DV page): (530) 257-5004, toll-free (888) 289-5004. - If you are in danger right now, call 911. The National Domestic Violence Hotline is 800-799-7233 — free, confidential, 24/7. ## Questions people ask next ### How long does the process take? A judge typically reviews your paperwork by the next court day, and a hearing is usually scheduled within about three weeks if a temporary order is granted. ### Do I need a lawyer? No. Many people file on their own. The court's free self-help callback service at (530) 251-3935 can help you with the forms. ### What if I can't afford the fee? There is no fee for the initial DVRO request, so no waiver form is needed for that filing. ### What if I'm in danger right now? Call 911. You can also call Lassen Family Services' 24-hour crisis line at (530) 257-5004 or the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-7233. ### Can I file in Spanish? Ask the court which forms and assistance are available in Spanish — the self-help team at (530) 251-3935 can tell you. ## 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§ionNum=6222) ## Related guides - [How to File a Domestic Violence Restraining Order in Lake County, California](https://justiceos.ai/guides/lake-county-dv-restraining-order) - [How to File a Domestic Violence Restraining Order in Los Angeles County, California](https://justiceos.ai/guides/los-angeles-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. --- 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. Canonical HTML: https://justiceos.ai/guides/lassen-county-dv-restraining-order