A Restraining Order
will last for as long as the Judge orders it. Generally speaking, once a Judge
extends the Restraining Order beyond the 10-day hearing, it is customarily for
a period of one (1) year. However, a Judge can also term a Restraining Order
for a shorter period of time before the next scheduled full evidentiary hearing
to determine whether or not it should again be extended or otherwise be
vacated. A Judge also has the statutory power to issue a “permanent” Restraining
Order, usually exercised only after the first or second-year elapses. Needless
to say, you should do everything in your power to prevent this tragic outcome.