Form GV-720 Response to Request to Renew Gun Violence Restraining Order - California (Chinese)

This is a legal form that was released by the California Superior Court - a government authority operating within California.

The document is provided in Chinese. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.

FAQ

Q: What is a Gun Violence Restraining Order?
A: A Gun Violence Restraining Order (GVRO) is a court order that prohibits a person from possessing, purchasing, or receiving firearms and ammunition for a specified period of time.

Q: Who can request a Gun Violence Restraining Order?
A: A law enforcement officer, certain family members, and household members can request a Gun Violence Restraining Order.

Q: How long does a Gun Violence Restraining Order last?
A: A Gun Violence Restraining Order can last for up to one year, but it can be renewed if there is still a significant risk of gun violence.

Q: How does someone request a Gun Violence Restraining Order?
A: To request a Gun Violence Restraining Order, you need to fill out and file a GV-720 form with the court.

Q: What information is needed to request a Gun Violence Restraining Order?
A: You will need to provide information about the person you are requesting the order against, any incidents of gun violence, and why you believe the person poses a significant risk of gun violence.

Q: What happens after a Gun Violence Restraining Order is issued?
A: Once a Gun Violence Restraining Order is issued, law enforcement agencies are notified, and the person prohibited from possessing firearms must surrender their guns to law enforcement or sell them to a licensed dealer.