Recorded 5/22/2026
Helpful Timestamps:
00:00 – Intro
01:06 – When is an Immediate Restraining Order (IRO) appropriate?
(Imminent and Irreparable harm)
02:06 – What happens if the court does find risk of immediate and irreparable harm?
(Initial hearing results in least restrictive solution)
02:55 – What should I keep in mind when starting the process?
(Notice to the other party?)
03:40 – Proof of service
04:33 – What is a “return hearing?”
05:00 – Need to complete a proposed order
05:39 – What should I be aware of when submitting evidence?
(Hearsay)
06:55 – Details required in motion
07:39 – Submitting a declaration with additional information
08:03 – Importance of specifics
08:44 – Should I submit character references?
09:25 – Submitting something like a police report
09:58 – How to submit text messages as evidence
10:25 – Submitting electronic evidence