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HomeFamily CodeDiv. 2Pt. 4§ 240 Temporary Restraining Order Application

§ 240 Temporary Restraining Order Application

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§ 240 Temporary Restraining Order Application

This law says that if a judge gives a temporary restraining order in certain family cases, like divorce or domestic violence, this section applies to it.

Key Takeaways

  • •This law applies to temporary restraining orders in family cases like divorce or domestic violence.
  • •It covers cases where people need protection from harm or to secure child support payments.
  • •The restraining order can help keep someone safe while the case is going on.

Example

A husband and wife are getting a divorce, and the wife is afraid the husband will hurt her.

The wife can ask the judge for a temporary restraining order to keep the husband away from her. This law says that the rules in this section apply to that restraining order.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 240 Temporary Restraining Order Application

This part applies where a temporary restraining order, including a protective order as defined in Section 6218, is issued under any of the following provisions: (a) Article 2 (commencing with Section 2045) of Chapter 4 of Part 1 of Division 6 (dissolution of marriage, nullity of marriage, or legal separation of the parties). (b) Article 3 (commencing with Section 4620) of Chapter 3 of Part 5 of Division 9 (deposit of assets to secure future child support payments). (c) Article 1 (commencing with Section 6320) of Chapter 2 of Part 4 of Division 10 (Domestic Violence Prevention Act), other than an order under Section 6322.5. (d) Article 2 (commencing with Section 7710) of Chapter 6 of Part 3 of Division 12 (Uniform Parentage Act). (Amended by Stats. 1998, Ch. 511, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 1999.)

Last verified: January 9, 2026

Key Terms

temporary restraining orderprotective orderSection 6218dissolution of marriagechild support paymentsDomestic Violence Prevention ActUniform Parentage Act

Related Statutes

  • § 6360 Protective Orders In Family Law
  • § 20031 Family Support Hearing Pilot
  • § 213 Family Court Affirmative Relief
  • § 231 Temporary Restraining Orders In Family Cases
  • § 6221 Domestic Violence Restraining Orders

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Family Code. Section 240.
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