The first step to seek injunctive relief is to file your lawsuit in the appropriate county. (2000)—a court has to know its limitations.A preliminary injunction is temporary relief that preserves the status quo until the courts decide on the merits of the case. First, an injunction is a court order delivered in a civil trial or suit. This court order stops the defendant from pursuing a certain activity. To secure a preliminary injunction, a party must present evidence of two things, and fast: (1) likelihood of success on the merits; and (2). Purposes of injunctive relief. ) ) THIS CAUSE came on to be heard and was heard before the undersigned Wake County. Post could not obtain relief through an injunction. This Court has jurisdiction of this matter and is authorized to issue injunctive relief.