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Motion for De Novo Review on a Temporary Restraining Order or Injunction

Wisconsin · Wisconsin Court System · Effective March 5, 2026

This form is used to ask a circuit court judge for a new hearing, called a de novo review, regarding a Temporary Restraining Order or Injunction that was decided by a circuit court commissioner.

The court describes it as: Allows a party dissatisfied with the results of a temporary restraining order (TRO) or an injunction hearing that was decided by a circuit court commissioner to ask for a new hearing on the same issues in front of a circuit court judge.

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Where this fits in a case

Motions

Stage: Motions

This form must be filed with the court within 30 days after a circuit court commissioner made a decision on a temporary restraining order or injunction.

Usually filed by the person starting the case.

Official instructions

How-to guides published by the court for this form.

Common questions

Who files this form?
The form is titled 'Motion for De Novo Review' and includes sections for the petitioner and respondent, suggesting either party may file it.
What does 'de novo review' mean?
If a judge holds this review, it means the judge conducts a new hearing as if the first hearing never happened. This requires presenting all evidence and having witnesses testify again.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 10, 2026. The current version took effect March 5, 2026.

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