Courts may weigh military protective orders in domestic violence cases
Judges weighing domestic violence restraining orders may consider a military commander's protective order against the respondent for the same or similar conduct. If officers at a scene hear such an order exists and the victim has no copy, they must check for it.
Who it affects
Domestic violence victims, service members and local police
When
This law takes effect on January 1, 2027. California laws take effect on January 1 of the year after they are signed, unless the law says otherwise.
- : Signed into law
- : This law takes effect
Official text
California SB 99: Military protective orders.
On California Legislative Information. The official text is what counts; read it before you act.
Not legal advice. Plain-English summaries to help you find what changes and when. Not legal advice: read the official text, and ask a lawyer about your situation.