A California Temporary Protective Order (Attachment) is a court order issued by a judge that provides protection for survivors of domestic violence or stalking. This order can be used to protect the survivor from further abuse or harassment by the abuser or stalker. The order can also prohibit the abuser or stalker from contacting the survivor and/or going near their home, work, school, or other places the survivor frequents. There are two types of California Temporary Protective Orders (Attachments): Emergency Protective Orders (EPOS) and Temporary Restraining Orders (Bros). Both orders are issued by a judge and last for up to 7 days, but they vary in terms of their purpose and scope. EPOS are issued when there is an immediate and present danger of abuse, while Bros are issued when there is an ongoing risk of abuse. Both orders provide the same basic protections, but Bros may provide additional restrictions, such as prohibiting the abuser from possessing firearms or accessing the survivor’s financial accounts.