A TRO lasts for 14 days or until your temporary orders hearing, whichever is sooner. My notice will include a copy of this motion and the date and time I intend to present my request for Temporary Restraining Order to the Court.To seek a protective order, either the applicant or the abuser must live in Dallas County, or an incident of violence must have occurred in Dallas County. This form can serve as a template when a lawyer is filing a motion for a temporary restraining order in federal court. This packet contains forms and instructions to request a protective order. We represent the accused against unlawful orders. A temporary restraining order, commonly known as a "TRO" is used in family law to place injunctions without a full hearing on one or both parties. A temporary restraining order (TRO) is a short-term emergency order. To request one, you must already have an open case on file with the court. Protective orders: These documents protect family or domestic violence victims in criminal cases.