Restraining Orders and Temporary Injunctive Relief in Florida
FL restraining order: temporary injunction (Rule 1.610) or DV injunction (Section 741.30). TRO: ex parte in emergencies, lasts until hearing (15 days). Must show: likelihood of success, irreparable harm, balance of equities, and public interest. Progression: TRO (emergency) → temporary injunction (hearing) → permanent (trial). Each requires higher showing.
TRO Process
- Verified complaint, TRO motion
- Ex parte if emergency
- Hearing within 15 days
Requirements
- Likelihood of success on merits
- Irreparable harm without TRO
- Balance of equities, public interest
Progression
- TRO: short-term, ex parte
- Temporary: both parties heard
- Permanent: after full trial
Related Terms
- Injunction — Court order
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