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Form FM-1071 Support Person for Victim of Domestic Violence Information Sheet - Santa Clara County, California
What Is Form FM-1071?
This is a legal form that was released by the Superior Court - Santa Clara County, California - a government authority operating within California. The form may be used strictly within Santa Clara County. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.
FAQ
Q: What is Form FM-1071?
A: Form FM-1071 is a document that provides information about support persons for victims of domestic violence in Santa Clara County, California.
Q: Who is the support person for a victim of domestic violence?
A: A support person is someone who can provide emotional support and assistance to a victim of domestic violence.
Q: What is the purpose of the support person?
A: The purpose of the support person is to help the victim feel supported and empowered during the legal process of dealing with domestic violence.
Q: How can someone become a support person?
A: To become a support person, an individual may need to complete Form FM-1071 and meet certain criteria set by Santa Clara County.
Q: What kind of support does a support person provide?
A: A support person provides emotional support, assistance in navigating the legal system, and can accompany the victim to court hearings or other proceedings.
Q: Is there a fee to become a support person?
A: There is usually no fee to become a support person, but certain trainings or screenings may be required.
Q: Are support persons trained to deal with domestic violence?
A: Yes, support persons may be required to undergo training to effectively deal with domestic violence and provide appropriate assistance to victims.
Q: Is a support person the same as a lawyer?
A: No, a support person is not a lawyer. They provide emotional support and help victims navigate the legal process, but cannot provide legal advice or represent the victim in court.
Q: Is support person information confidential?
A: Yes, support person information is typically kept confidential to protect the privacy and safety of the victim.
Form Details:
- Released on November 25, 2008;
- The latest edition provided by the Superior Court - Santa Clara County, California;
- Easy to use and ready to print;
- Quick to customize;
- Compatible with most PDF-viewing applications;
- Fill out the form in our online filing application.
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