restraining order
A 'restraining order' is a legal tool used to protect individuals from harm or harassment by restricting another person's actions.
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Definition
B2Civil Law
(legal, formal)A court-issued directive that requires one person to avoid harming, harassing, or contacting another person.
Example
- She obtained a restraining order to keep her ex-partner from contacting her.
B2Judicial
(legal, formal)A legal mandate that restricts an individual from approaching or communicating with another individual or entity.
Example
- The judge issued a restraining order to prevent the company from disposing of evidence.
B2Protective Measures
(legal, formal)An injunction to prevent specific actions that could cause harm or interference to another party.
Example
- A restraining order was put in place to stop the neighbor from building a fence on disputed land.
Similar
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