(B) Preliminary injunction. The Preliminary Injunction will be in the public interest, as it will protect public health.(B)(1) After the filing of the complaint, an application for a temporary injunction may be filed with the court or a judge of the court. The Cuyahoga County defendants respectfully urge this Court to deny the plaintiffs' motion for a preliminary injunction. A party cannot secure a permanent injunction without winning the underlying lawsuit. This article defines preliminary injunction, details its elements and the hearing process, and includes a sample motion to download. The injunction process is a civil court process and is not a part of a criminal court proceeding. An injunction is different than a criminal "no-contact" order. The injunction process is a civil court process and is not a part of a criminal court proceeding. An injunction is different than a criminal "no-contact" order.