Civil Harassment Restraining Order Attorney in Yuba-Sutter

When unwanted behavior from neighbors, coworkers, or other individuals threatens your safety or peace of mind, a civil harassment restraining order may provide legal protection. RFBG helps clients in Yuba City, Marysville, Sutter County, and Yuba County obtain the court protection they need.

What is Civil Harassment?

Civil harassment involves repeated, unwanted contact from someone that seriously alarms, annoys, or harasses you and serves no legitimate purpose. Unlike domestic violence restraining orders, civil harassment restraining orders protect you from harassment by non-related individuals such as neighbors, coworkers, acquaintances, or strangers.

Types of Behavior Covered by Civil Harassment Restraining Orders

• Repeated threatening or harassing phone calls, texts, or emails
• Following or stalking
• Showing up at your home or workplace
• Threats of harm
• Damaging property
• Repeated insults or offensive behavior
• Neighborhood disputes escalating to harassment
• Workplace harassment from non-supervisory individuals

The Civil Harassment Restraining Order Process

Obtaining a civil harassment restraining order involves filing a petition with the court and demonstrating that you have been harassed and are at risk of future harassment. The process includes a temporary restraining order (if appropriate) followed by a court hearing where a judge determines whether to issue a final restraining order.

Difference Between Civil Harassment and Domestic Violence Restraining Orders

Civil harassment restraining orders protect you from harassment by non-related individuals. Domestic violence restraining orders address abuse between intimate partners, ex-partners, family members, or co-parents. The legal standards, procedures, and protections differ between these two types of orders. We can help you determine which legal remedy is appropriate for your situation.

Contact RFBG for Restraining Order Assistance

If you are being harassed in Yuba City, Marysville, Sutter County, or Yuba County and need legal protection, contact Rich, Fudge, Bordsen & Galyean, Inc. Our attorneys can guide you through the restraining order process. Call (530) 742-7371 today.