Injunction
A court order prohibiting a party from taking a specific action, such as selling assets, moving children, or contacting the other spouse.
Understanding Injunction
Injunctions are commonly used in divorce to preserve the status quo while the case is pending. Automatic temporary restraining orders (ATROs) are issued in many states upon filing, preventing both spouses from disposing of assets, changing insurance beneficiaries, or removing children from the state. Additional injunctions may be requested for specific situations. Violating an injunction can result in contempt of court charges, fines, or jail time.
Real-World Examples
The court issued an injunction preventing either spouse from selling, transferring, or encumbering any marital assets during the pending divorce.
Related Terms
A court order that prohibits an abusive person from contacting or coming near the victim, also known as a restraining order or protective order.
No-Contact OrderA court order prohibiting one person from communicating with or approaching another person, often issued in cases involving domestic violence.
MotionA formal written request asking the court to take a specific action or make a ruling on a particular issue in the divorce case.
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