We help people who need legal information but don't have a lawyer. This video explains the service of process in civil harassment restraining order cases and what you need to know about serving court papers.Defendant shall pay their court fees in the above-captioned matter, in the sum of FOUR. The purpose of the hearing is for the judge to decide whether or not to issue a final injunction. The judge decides the time period for the injunctions. An Injunction Against Harassment in the Workplace prohibits a person from harassing, annoying, or alarming another person at their workplace. A restraining order can currently be issued for up to 5 years. This is the first step to filing for divorce in California. Effective Date of this Final Judgment. INJUNCTION. Applicability. 2. Any injunction sought against a person who is less than twelve years of age must be filed in the Juvenile Court.