Temporary Restraining Orders
YWCA Kaua`i can help you prepare a temporary restraining order. This service is provided free of charge, regardless of
whether or not you are staying in our Family Violence Shelter. You can call (808) 245-6262,
24 hours a day to talk to our staff about your needs.
Our staff provides the following services:
- conducting an intake assessment to help document the history of violence and abuse in the relationship
- evaluating what type of restraining order you may be eligible for (either a domestic or harassment temporary restraining order)
- preparing the order paperwork
- providing education and information on available services, the Family Violence Shelter, and creating a safety plan
- accompanying you to the court house to file paperwork if needed, or to the police department to arrange to have the paperwork served to the abuser
- making arrangements for a family law attorney to provide legal representation with the Order to Show Cause or assist
when there are child visitation or custody issues
- working with you to make certain that any violations of the restraining order receive proper attention and action from the police department.
For more information please call (808) 245-6362 or send an email request here: