Civil Injunction
/ˈsɪvəl ɪnˈdʒʌŋkʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A court order issued in civil litigation directing a party to do or refrain from doing a specific act to prevent harm or preserve the status quo.
The court granted a civil injunction to stop the construction of the building until further review.
Forms
- civil injunction
- civil injunctions
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Commentary
Civil injunctions are equitable remedies used to prevent irreparable harm and are distinct from criminal injunctions; precise scope and duration should be clearly defined in drafting.
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