Temporary Restraining Order (CLETS-TCH)

Judicial Council of California · Civil

Verified current as of July 16, 2026

This form is used to create a temporary restraining order that gets entered into the CLETS (Criminal Law Enforcement Telecommunications System) database to quickly prohibit someone from contacting, harassing, or coming near another person. Court staff and law enforcement use this form to issue emergency protection orders that take effect immediately while a full restraining order case is being processed.