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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 Rhode Island, a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) is a legal measure used to provide immediate protection to individuals who are at risk of harm. It is a court order that can be issued without the presence of the person being restrained (ex parte) and is intended to prevent them from engaging in certain activities or behaviors that pose a threat to the safety or well-being of the petitioner. The TRO is typically granted to maintain the status quo until a formal hearing can be held, usually within 10 to 20 days, where both parties have the opportunity to present their case. This hearing is for a more extended order, often referred to as a preliminary injunction. TROs are commonly used in situations involving domestic violence, harassment, or stalking. To obtain a TRO in Rhode Island, the petitioner must file a complaint with the court and demonstrate that immediate and irreparable injury, loss, or damage will result without the TRO. The court then decides whether to grant the TRO based on the evidence presented.

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