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If you want to end any of the orders made by the judge in a Restraining Order After Hearing (form GV-130), you have to file court papers to make the request.

If you want to agree (consent) to the request for a restraining order without a court hearing, you can complete a form and turn it in to the court. Agreeing to the restraining order is optional. If you don’t agree to the restraining order, you can go to court and tell the judge your side of the story. You also have the option of responding in

"Respond" means to let the judge and the other side know whether you agree or disagree with the request for a restraining order, and why. If you want to respond in writing, you can complete a form and turn it in to the court. Responding in writing is optional and there is no penalty if you don't. 

"Respond" means to let the judge and the other side know whether you agree or disagree with the request for a restraining order, and why. If you want to respond in writing, you can complete a form and turn it in to the court. Responding in writing is optional and there is no penalty if you don't. 

If a judge granted you a long-term restraining order (on form GV-130), you can ask for it to be renewed (extended) before it expires.

If you've never been to a court hearing before, it can be helpful to know some of the basics about what happens in a courtroom.

This guide can help you:

• Learn about gun violence restraining orders, sometimes called a "red flag" gun law
• Learn what you must do if you receive restraining order papers
• Ask for a gun violence restraining order
• Find free resources for help