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

> Filing a domestic violence restraining order in Riverside County: courthouse locations, forms, fees, and local help in plain language.

**Direct answer.** If someone close to you — a partner, ex, relative, or someone you live with — is harming or threatening you, the court can order them to stop. Here's how to ask for that protection in Riverside County, explained step by step.

## Where to file in Riverside County

The Riverside County Superior Court accepts domestic violence restraining order filings at several courthouses — file at the one closest to you or listed on your forms:

You can file by walk-in, drop box, mail, or through the court's eSubmit portal. Full instructions are on the Riverside County Superior Court website. If you use the eSubmit portal, note the court's own guide says submissions must not include cover sheets, and a small per-transaction eSubmit fee applies — check the court's current eSubmit instructions before uploading.

- Riverside: 4175 Main Street, Riverside, CA 92501
- Hemet: 880 N. State Street, Hemet, CA 92543
- Indio: 46-200 Oasis St., Indio, CA 92201
- Menifee: 27401 Menifee Center Drive, Menifee, CA 92584
- Murrieta: 30755-D Auld Road, Murrieta, CA 92563
- Blythe: 265 N. Broadway, Blythe, CA 92225

## The forms you'll need

- 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).
- DV-120 — the form the other party uses to respond; you'll recognize it if you're served with one.
- FW-001 — request to waive court fees if you can't afford them.

## What it costs

No fee is required to file a domestic violence restraining order in Riverside County, per the court's own filing instructions.

## What happens after you file

A judge reviews your request, usually within 24 hours. If a temporary order is granted, a hearing is typically scheduled within 21 days. The other party must be legally served with the papers. Bring your forms and any evidence to the hearing. Contact the court at (951) 777-3147 or (760) 393-2617 within 24–48 hours of filing to check the status of your case.

## Local help in Riverside County

The court's Self-Help Center provides restraining order form packets and guidance (staff are not your attorney and cannot give legal advice). The court's self-help pages also list regional domestic violence resources. Start at the court's self-help page.

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.

## Questions people ask next

### How long does it take?

A judge typically reviews your request within a day of filing. Plan to follow up with the court 24–48 hours after you file.

### Do I need a lawyer?

No — many people file on their own, and the court's Self-Help Center can help with the process.

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

There is no fee to file a domestic violence restraining order in Riverside County.

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

Call 911. The National Domestic Violence Hotline (800-799-7233) is free, confidential, and open 24/7.

### Can I file in Spanish?

Many courts offer Spanish forms and help. Ask the Self-Help Center when you call or visit.

## 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 Plumas County, California](https://justiceos.ai/guides/plumas-county-dv-restraining-order)
- [How to File a Domestic Violence Restraining Order in Sacramento County, California](https://justiceos.ai/guides/sacramento-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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