Legal Definitions - ex parte injunction

An ex parte injunction is a court order that is issued without hearing from the other party involved in the case. It is also known as a temporary restraining order.

If someone is being threatened with harm or damage to their property, they can go to court and ask for an ex parte injunction to prevent the other person from carrying out the threat until a full hearing can be held. For example, if a person is being stalked, they can ask for an ex parte injunction to prevent the stalker from coming near them until a full hearing can be held.

This type of injunction is only granted in emergency situations where there is a risk of irreparable harm if immediate action is not taken. The court will consider the evidence presented by the person requesting the injunction and decide whether to grant it or not.