1. If the superintendent has reason to believe that a person has violated or is violating section 533C.201, 533C.301, 533C.401, or 533C.402, the superintendent may issue an order to show cause why an order to cease and desist should not issue requiring that the person cease and desist from the violation of section 533C.201, 533C.301, 533C.401, or 533C.402.

Terms Used In Iowa Code 533C.707

  • person: means individual, corporation, limited liability company, government or governmental subdivision or agency, business trust, estate, trust, partnership or association, or any other legal entity. See Iowa Code 4.1
  • Temporary restraining order: Prohibits a person from an action that is likely to cause irreparable harm. This differs from an injunction in that it may be granted immediately, without notice to the opposing party, and without a hearing. It is intended to last only until a hearing can be held.
 2. In an emergency, the superintendent may petition the district court for the issuance of a temporary restraining order ex parte pursuant to the rules of civil procedure.
 3. An order to cease and desist becomes effective upon service of it upon the person.
 4. An order to cease and desist remains effective and enforceable pending the completion of an administrative proceeding pursuant to sections 533C.701 and 533C.702.
 5. A person who is served with an order to cease and desist under this section may petition the district court for a judicial order setting aside, limiting, or suspending the enforcement, operation, or effectiveness of the order pending the completion of an administrative proceeding pursuant to sections 533C.701 and 533C.702.
 6. An order to cease and desist expires unless the superintendent commences an administrative proceeding within ten days after it is issued.
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