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title: "How do I get a restraining order in Rhode Island?"
description: "To obtain a restraining order in Rhode Island, you file a petition with the Family Court or District Court explaining the basis for your request. A judge will review your petition and, if sufficient..."
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# How do I get a restraining order in Rhode Island?

To obtain a restraining order in Rhode Island, you file a petition with the Family Court or District Court explaining the basis for your request. A judge will review your petition and, if sufficient cause is demonstrated, can issue a temporary restraining order the same day. A hearing is then scheduled, typically within 21 days, where both parties appear before a judge who decides whether to make the order permanent. An attorney can help you prepare your petition and present the strongest possible case at the hearing.