Sec. 83.002. DURATION OF ORDER; EXTENSION. (a) A temporary ex parte order is valid for the period specified in the order, not to exceed 20 days.
(b) On the request of an applicant or on the court's own motion, a temporary ex parte order may be extended for additional 20-day periods.
Added by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 34, Sec. 1, eff. May 5, 1997.
Structure Texas Statutes
Title 4 - Protective Orders and Family Violence
Subtitle B - Protective Orders
Chapter 83 - Temporary Ex Parte Orders
Section 83.001. Requirements for Temporary Ex Parte Order
Section 83.002. Duration of Order; Extension
Section 83.003. Bond Not Required
Section 83.004. Motion to Vacate