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1. What is an injunction?

An injunction is a court order, also referred to as a restraining order, that directs a person not to have any contact with you.

2. Where can I obtain an injunction?

During normal office hours, the Petition for Injunction should be filed with the Clerk of Courts office in the Citrus County Courthouse. There are currently no costs associated with injunctions.

Once the forms are completed, the Clerk of Courts Office will file the petition and take the file to the judge for review. If the judge finds merit to the petition, a Temporary Injunction or an Order Setting Hearing may be entered.

3. What happens after the judge grants the injunction?

A hearing must be scheduled and the violator must be personally served with a copy of the Petition, Notice of Hearing, and the Temporary Injunction. The formal hearing will be scheduled for the next available court session. You must attend the hearing or the injunction will be dismissed.

Any injunction granted by the Court will remain in effect until modified, dissolved, or expired by the judge. Copies of all injunctions are placed on file with local law enforcement agencies.

4. What are the requirements for filing a Petition for Injunction?

Refer to the categories under our Injunction page.