A New York Order To Show Cause With T.R.O. Special Proceeding General (otherwise known as an NTSC) is a document filed in a New York court to commence a special proceeding when an ex parte temporary restraining order (TO) is required. This document is used to challenge a party to a legal proceeding to show cause as to why they should not be bound by an order or why the court should not issue the TO. The Order To Show Cause sets forth the specific reasons why the court should grant the TO and the type of relief sought. A New York Order To Show Cause With T.R.O. Special Proceeding General may be used in a variety of circumstances, including: 1. To restrain a party from engaging in specific activities or actions; 2. To prevent a party from transferring, encumbering, or disposing of property; 3. To enjoin a party from engaging in activities that would interfere with the rights of another; 4. To preserve evidence; 5. To force a party to appear in court; 6. To appoint a receiver; 7. To order the production of documents; 8. To compel a party to comply with a contract provision; 9. To grant or deny temporary relief; and 10. To set a hearing date for the order to show cause. In addition to these general types of cases, there are also specific types of New York Order To Show Cause With T.R.O. Special Proceeding General that can be used for foreclosure, eviction, repletion, or to issue an injunction in a civil action.