BATON ROUGE— Residents can now file temporary restraining orders at each of the 15 libraries in East Baton Rouge Parish.

19th JDC Chief Judge Don Johnson said domestic violence primarily takes place when the courthouse is closed. The new program will provide easy access through location and in a timely manner.

“The idea allows you to file an application and have it on file so when the court avail itself to deal with the problem it's readily available to take in the complaint,” Chief Judge Johnson said.

Chief Judge Johnson said not only will this allow easy access to residents but it will speed up the filing process from one day to an hour. He said it allows people to seek help on the spot.

“There will be resources, pamphlets, and information. So if you need to go and get assistance, th

See Full Page