California Correctional Lieutenant Practice Exam

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If a victim seeks a temporary restraining order on a Friday at 8 PM, which court should they go to?

Superior Court
Municipal Court
Circuit Court
District Court

The correct answer is: Municipal Court

In California, the appropriate court for filing a temporary restraining order (TRO) is the Superior Court. Specifically, if someone seeks a TRO after regular business hours, they may be directed to a designated department at the Superior Court that handles emergency orders. This capability ensures that individuals can seek immediate protection from threats or harm, regardless of the time when the need arises. The Municipal Court is not the correct venue, as it no longer exists in California in the context it once did—its functions have largely been absorbed into the Superior Court system. Most requests for legal matters such as TROs fall under the jurisdiction of the Superior Court, which deals with civil cases and family law matters. Understanding the structure of the court system is essential for anyone working in correctional facilities or law enforcement, especially regarding the protocols for handling domestic violence situations or other scenarios where a victim requires immediate legal protection.