What Is A Temporary Restraining Order?
What Is A Temporary Restraining Order (TRO)? A temporary restraining order (TRO) is a court order that's aimed at preventing someone from taking particular actions but only for a certain amount of time. Most people associate TROs with domestic violence. However, these temporary orders may also address dangerous situations outside of your family such as stalking or sexual violence. And some TROs have nothing to do with violence or threats, such as the orders meant to maintain the status quo in a couple's finances while a divorce case is ongoing. Here's an overview of the common types of TROs and how they work. A temporary restraining order (TRO) is a compelling legal option for anyone facing domestic violence. It is a court order that protects a person or persons from physical, mental, verbal, or other abuse. It can require the abuser to keep at least 100 yards away from the victim, enforceable by arrest. It can be filed against a spouse , ex-spouse, parent of a chil...