In Fresno County CA - a young woman was attacked by a male room mate with a hammer on Friday nite/Saturday morning. He fled the apartment. She required 12 staples in her scalp.
I know the police were called at the time and that the girl went to her mother's home instead of returning to the apartment.
The mom has no info about what step the girl should/needs to take next and I am writing on her behalf.
What should the girl do to get a restraining order or order of protection?
What else do you suggest she do?

