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

> How to file a domestic violence restraining order in San Bernardino County: filing locations, forms, no-fee filing, and local help.

**Direct answer.** San Bernardino County is large, and the court accepts domestic violence restraining order filings at several courthouses. This page lists each one, the forms you'll need, and local help — including that there are no filing fees for these requests.

## Where to file in San Bernardino County

You can request a domestic violence restraining order at any of these courthouses:

The court also offers a free DV Self Help Guide to help with the forms before you go. See the court's domestic violence and restraining orders page for details.

- San Bernardino District: 351 North Arrowhead Avenue, San Bernardino, CA 92415
- Barstow District: 235 East Mountain View Avenue, Barstow, CA 92311
- Joshua Tree District: 6527 White Feather Road, Joshua Tree, CA 92252
- Needles District: 1111 Bailey Ave, Needles, CA 92363

## 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

There are no filing fees or remote appearance fees for domestic violence restraining orders in San Bernardino County, according to the court.

## 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. Per the court's official page, you can ask the Sheriff in the county where the restrained person lives and works to serve the papers for you, at no cost. Bring your forms and any evidence to the hearing.

## Local help in San Bernardino County

The court's self-help resources include a step-by-step DV guide on the court's domestic violence page. Local crisis resources listed by the court include the House of Ruth 24-hour crisis hotline at (909) 988-5559 (West End) and Option House 24-hour crisis hotline at (909) 381-3471 (San Bernardino area).

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 usually reviews your request within a day. If a temporary order is granted, the hearing follows within about 21 days.

### Do I need a lawyer?

No. Many people file on their own. The court provides guides and a free online form program to help.

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

There is no filing fee for a domestic violence restraining order in this county.

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

Call 911. The National Domestic Violence Hotline is 800-799-7233, confidential and available 24/7.

### Can I file in Spanish?

Many courts offer Spanish forms and help. Ask the court or a local crisis hotline for assistance in Spanish.

## 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 San Benito County, California](https://justiceos.ai/guides/san-benito-county-dv-restraining-order)
- [How to File a Domestic Violence Restraining Order in San Diego County, California](https://justiceos.ai/guides/san-diego-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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