Tex. Fam. Code §83.002
Duration Of Order; Extension
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A temporary ex parte order is valid for the period specified in the order, not to exceed 20 days.
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.