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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 Oklahoma, a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) is a legal measure used to provide immediate but short-term protection by a court to prevent irreparable harm, loss, or damage. It is typically granted without the presence of the party to be restrained and is designed to maintain the status quo until a hearing can be held for a more comprehensive temporary injunction. The TRO can be issued in various situations, including but not limited to cases of domestic violence, stalking, harassment, or other emergencies where immediate action is necessary to prevent harm. The duration of a TRO in Oklahoma is generally limited to 14 days unless extended by the court. To obtain a TRO, the requesting party must file a petition with the court, demonstrating that they will suffer immediate and irreparable injury, loss, or damage without the protection of a TRO. The court then decides whether to grant the TRO based on the evidence presented. If granted, a hearing for a longer-term injunction is usually scheduled promptly.

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