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 Wyoming, a temporary restraining order (TRO) is a legal measure used to provide immediate protection by ordering an individual or entity to either refrain from specific acts or to continue performing certain actions, typically to preserve the status quo. The purpose of a TRO is to prevent irreparable harm or injustice that could occur before a more comprehensive hearing can be held. TROs are often used in situations involving domestic violence, harassment, or other urgent circumstances where delay could result in harm. To obtain a TRO in Wyoming, a party 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 giving notice would result in harm. The TRO is generally of short duration and is intended to last only until a hearing for a preliminary injunction can take place, which provides a more extended form of relief while the underlying legal action is resolved. Wyoming statutes and rules of civil procedure outline the specific requirements and processes for obtaining a TRO.