Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Emergency Notice

Courts are closed except for emergency matters until April 6, 2020, maybe longer.
- If you need an emergency 209A restraining order or 258E harassment prevention order, see Asking the court for a restraining order or harassment prevention order during COVID-19
- It is an emergency if your landlord locks you out or shuts off your utilities, See Illegal Eviction
For other public services affected by COVID-19, see our novel coronavirus webpage.

Welfare (TAFDC)

TAFDC stands for "Transitional Aid to Families with Dependent Children." It is cash benefits, also known as welfare. Families with children can get TAFDC if their income is low enough. TAFDC includes monthly cash payments, a yearly clothing allowance for each child, and payments for child care if the adult in the family is working or in an approved education and training program.