DOMESTIC VIOLENCE LAW — CALIFORNIA
Emergency Protective Orders (EPO) — Family Code §6250
An Emergency Protective Order is a short-term restraining order issued by a judge at the request of law enforcement, effective for up to 7 days, ordering the restrained party to stay away and surrender firearms.
Reviewed by Daniel S. Rubin, CA Bar 302093 · Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney
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Emergency Protective Orders California — At a Glance
- Law / Code
- Family Code §6250
- Classification
- Civil / Restraining Order
- Maximum Penalty
- Violation is criminal contempt PC §273.6
- Probation Eligible
- N/A
- Strike Offense
- No
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