An order granting a temporary restraining order or preliminary injunction may be made by the court in which the action is brought, or by a judge thereof, and when made by a judge may be enforced as an order of the court.

Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 21-8-12

  • Injunction: An order of the court prohibiting (or compelling) the performance of a specific act to prevent irreparable damage or injury.
  • 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.

Source: CCivP 1877, § 188; CL 1887, § 4984; RCCivP 1903, § 196; RC 1919, § 2423; SDC 1939 & Supp 1960, § 37.4304; SL 1978, ch 155, § 16.