# How to File a Domestic Violence Restraining Order in Solano County, California > Step-by-step guide to filing a domestic violence restraining order in Solano County: where to file, the forms, fees, and local help. **Direct answer.** A domestic violence restraining order (DVRO) can order someone to stay away from you, stop contacting you, and move out of a shared home. If you're in Solano County and need that protection, this guide explains where to file, what forms to fill out, and what to expect — in plain, step-by-step language. ## Where to file in Solano County File at the Superior Court of California, County of Solano. The Family Law Division is at the Hall of Justice in Fairfield: 600 Union Avenue, Fairfield, CA 94533 (second floor) The court's official restraining-order instructions say DVRO paperwork filed in person or by mail goes to this Family Law window, and DVROs may also be submitted electronically through the court's public e-filing portal. The Family Law Clerk can be reached at (707) 207-7340 (phone hours Monday–Friday 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. and 1:00–3:00 p.m.). ## The forms you'll need Note: unlike an ordinary ex parte request, Solano's Local Rules do not require you to file a declaration giving notice to the other party before requesting a DVRO. But your supporting declarations must include the actual or approximate date of each incident, a detailed description of the facts, and the specific harm caused or threatened — requests that leave these out risk being returned or denied (Solano County Local Rule 16.1). - 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 (good to recognize when you see the papers). ## What it costs There is no court filing fee for a domestic violence restraining order — not to request one, respond to one, or enforce one (Cal. Rules of Court; statewide civil fee schedule). The court's own restraining-order page confirms there is no DVRO filing fee in Solano County. ## 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 — photos, messages, police reports — to the hearing. ## Local help in Solano County The Solano Legal Access Center (SLAC), located at the Hall of Justice in Fairfield, helps self-represented parties complete, file, and serve domestic violence restraining order applications and responses and prepare for their hearings. It is open Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–12:00 noon; the court recommends contacting SLAC before e-filing if you need help with your forms. Details: https://solano.courts.ca.gov/ 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 until I get protection? Judges usually review requests within 24 hours, and a temporary order can be granted before the full hearing. ### Do I need a lawyer? No. Many people file on their own. The Solano Legal Access Center helps self-represented filers with the process. ### Is there really no filing fee? Correct — no court filing fee applies to requesting, responding to, or enforcing a domestic violence restraining order in Solano County. ### What if I'm in danger right now? Call 911. The National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-7233 is free, confidential, and available 24/7. ### Can I file in Spanish? Judicial Council DVRO forms are available in Spanish translations. If you need help in another language, contact the court or the Solano Legal Access Center before filing to confirm what filing and language assistance options are available. ## 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 Siskiyou County, California](https://justiceos.ai/guides/siskiyou-county-dv-restraining-order) - [How to File a Domestic Violence Restraining Order in Sonoma County, California](https://justiceos.ai/guides/sonoma-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/solano-county-dv-restraining-order