Emergency protective order

{
  "id": "MLC-T-LAW-001843",
  "term": "Emergency protective order",
  "field": "Law",
  "definition": "A type of temporary restraining order issued by a court in urgent situations to provide immediate protection from harm or harassment. Law enforcement officers can request one on behalf of a victim at any time, day or night, without the alleged abuser being present. These orders have a very short duration, such as five to seven days, during which time the protected person must apply for a longer-term order.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/law/emergency-protective-order/"
}