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Temporary Orders can be agreed to or requested when a divorce case is pending or in a modification suit. Many provisions can appear in Temporary Orders including provisions detailing the rights and duties of the parties, provisions for care and support of children, and even provisions outlining payment obligations. A common Temporary Order issued when a spouse files for divorce is a temporary restraining order. A temporary restraining order is typically issued to preserve

A court may issue temporary orders in a suit affecting children for the safety and welfare of the child. Temporary orders typically state who has temporary conservatorship of the child, include an order for temporary support of the child, if any, restrain a party from disturbing the peace of the child, prevent removal from an identified geographic area, and order payment of reasonable attorney’s fees and expenses. Temporary orders expire at the final hearing or trial. There

Temporary restraining orders may be issued by the court in a divorce or in a suit affecting children. Temporary restraining orders may be issued if a party asks for one or if the court determines it is necessary. If a party violates the terms of a temporary restraining order, the violation is punishable by contempt, meaning that jail time is possible. Temporary restraining orders typically expire on the date of the temporary orders hearing (if within 14 days) unless they ar