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title: "What is a temporary order in Rhode Island Family Court?"
description: "A temporary order is a court order entered early in a Family Court case that governs the parties' rights and obligations while the case is pending, before a final resolution is reached. Temporary..."
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# What is a temporary order in Rhode Island Family Court?

A temporary order is a court order entered early in a Family Court case that governs the parties' rights and obligations while the case is pending, before a final resolution is reached. Temporary orders commonly address child custody and visitation, child support, use of the marital home, and restraining orders. They take effect immediately and can have a lasting impact on the outcome of the case, since courts are generally reluctant to disturb arrangements that have been in place and working.