Family Court Misconceptions Clarified

Summary

Family court in California does not favor mothers over fathers; it focuses on the childs best interest. Unmarried couples can resolve disputes like child custody in family court. You can represent yourself without a lawyer. For renewing a Domestic Violence Restraining Order (DVRO), ensure paperwork is complete and correct, as court staff may reject it for these reasons, not for lack of evidence. Evidence is assessed by a judge.

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I was wondering if you can get rejected from filing a renewal request for a dvro
I understand you have concerns about renewing a Domestic Violence Restraining Order (DVRO) in California. To provide accurate information, can you share if there were any specific reasons given for the rejection, or if there were any issues in your original DVRO case?
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Thank you for sharing your situation. Here are a few key points about renewing a Domestic Violence Restraining Order (DVRO) in California:
- **Eligibility**: You can request a renewal of a DVRO if it is about to expire and you still feel threatened.
- **Reasons for Rejection**: A renewal request might be rejected if there's insufficient evidence of ongoing threat or harm.
- **Self-Representation**: You can file the request yourself without an attorney, but having one can be beneficial.
Would you like specific steps on how to file for a renewal, or do you need help with something else related to your DVRO?
I was wondering if it can be rejected before it gets to a judge
Thank you for clarifying your question. Generally, in California, a request to renew a Domestic Violence Restraining Order (DVRO) can be reviewed by court staff before it reaches a judge. It may be rejected if the paperwork is incomplete or incorrectly filled out.
- **Incomplete Paperwork**: Ensure all forms are fully completed.
- **Incorrect Information**: Double-check all provided details.
Would you like guidance on how to properly fill out the forms?
no, can it be rejected by court staff if there isn't enough evidence
In California, court staff typically do not reject a renewal request for a Domestic Violence Restraining Order (DVRO) based on the lack of evidence. Evidence is usually assessed by the judge. Court staff may only reject the request if the paperwork is incomplete or incorrectly filled out.
Would you like information on ensuring your paperwork is correctly completed?