1. A legal court order that prohibits a person from engaging in specific conduct, such as approaching, contacting, or harassing another person
The judge issued a restraining order against the defendant to protect the victim from harassment.
O juiz emitiu uma ordem de restrição contra o réu para proteger a vítima do assédio.
2. A temporary legal measure designed to prevent harm or maintain the status quo until a full hearing can be held
She obtained a restraining order to keep her ex-partner away from her home.
Ela obteve uma ordem de restrição para manter seu ex-parceiro longe de sua casa.