I wasn't provided with due process. A DVRO was granted based off lies and no reports. It's false accusations. What do I do?

Asked in Hanford, CA on July 20, 2026 Last answered on July 24, 2026

I was physically abused by petitioner, and she turned around and said I did it. She's the one who was aggressive and mistreated my children. There are no reports of any abuse, and the judge granted the order

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Marshall Waller
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Marshall Waller

Calabasas, CA
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A DVRO may be issued based on sworn testimony and other credible evidence; a police report, arrest, or criminal charge is not required. Disagreement with the judge’s credibility findings, or proof that the accusations were false, does not by itself establish a denial of due process.

Obtain the hearing transcript and court file immediately and consult a California family-law appellate attorney. Counsel should determine whether you received adequate notice and a meaningful opportunity to present evidence, whether the court excluded relevant evidence, applied the wrong legal standard, or entered orders unsupported by substantial evidence. Depending on the circumstances and deadlines, the available remedy may be an appeal, a motion for reconsideration or set-aside, or a request to modify or terminate the DVRO. California permits a restrained party to request modification or termination of an existing DVRO.

Comply strictly with the current order unless and until it is changed; violating it can create criminal and custody consequences. Preserve photographs, messages, medical records, witness information, and evidence concerning the petitioner’s conduct toward you or the children.

July 24, 2026

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