Violation of Restraining Order
On May 16, an individual was served with a restraining order. The following day, that same individual showed up at the workplace of the protected person. An arrest was made for violation of the restraining order.
Did You Know?
When a Restraining Order Is Violated:
1. The police can arrest the restrained person. It is a crime to disobey the judge’s orders. The restrained person can:
Be fined or go to jail.
2. Talk to your district attorney (DA):
Ask your local district attorney how he or she will handle your case. The DA may file criminal charges against the restrained person. You can always call the DA for information about a criminal case.
3. File a civil contempt action:
You can file papers in court asking the judge to find the restrained person in “contempt of court” for violating the restraining orders. The restrained person could be punished with 5 days in jail for each violation of the restraining order.
Since the restrained person could go to jail, contempt actions are very serious and should only be used as a last resort, if the restrained person will not stop violating the order. Contempt cases are very difficult and the restrained person will have the right to a court-appointed lawyer. Make sure you have very detailed descriptions of each time the restrained person violated the order, including dates, times, witness statements, police reports, pictures, etc.
Talk to a lawyer to get help with the court process.
CADET Bi-Monthly Meetings
Every first and third Monday of the month, EPD Cadet Advisors meet with EPD Cadets. Meetings consist of classroom instruction and physical training assignments. Classroom instruction covers topics such as initial threat assessment, building/target identifications, and radio code testing. Physical training assignments consist of tactical work. Cadets are given scenario training such as performing building searches, room-clearing operations, and handcuffing tactics/procedures. Cadets also have the opportunity to utilize the EPD Range.
The EPD Cadet Post is always looking for motivated young men and women ready to meet the challenges of law enforcement and public service!
If you are between 16 and 20 years of age, can volunteer for 30 hours a month, and are interested in learning more about the Escondido Police Cadet Post, visit:
