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temporary restraining order (TRO)

A temporary restraining order (TRO) is a court order requiring the parties to whom it is addressed not to engage in certain activity, or to continue to engage in certain activity, and is usually designed to maintain the current state of things (the status quo) until the court has the opportunity to hear a more complete presentation of the evidence—usually during an application for a temporary injunction that will remain in place while the lawsuit is pending.

In Florida, a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) is a type of injunction that may be granted to prevent immediate harm before a full hearing can be held. It is a court order that requires one or more parties to refrain from certain actions that are likely to cause irreparable harm or to maintain the status quo until a more comprehensive hearing can take place. TROs are often used in situations involving domestic violence, stalking, harassment, or where there is a threat to a person's safety or property. To obtain a TRO, the petitioner must file a motion with the court, often accompanied by a sworn affidavit detailing the need for immediate relief. The court may issue a TRO without notice to the opposing party if it deems that the situation warrants immediate action (ex parte). This order is typically short-term, and a full hearing for a longer-lasting injunction is usually scheduled quickly, often within 15 days, to give the respondent an opportunity to be heard.

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