What authority must be present for an arrest under a temporary restraining order?

For an arrest to take place under a temporary restraining order, the service of the order is essential. This service is a critical process in legal proceedings, as it ensures that the individual against whom the restraining order has been issued is formally notified of its existence and the conditions it imposes. Without this service, the individual may not be aware that they are legally required to comply with the terms laid out in the order.

Once the order has been served, law enforcement has the authority to enforce it, which can include making an arrest if the terms of the restraining order are violated. This process protects both the rights of the individual who is the subject of the restraining order and the safety of the victim. The other choices do not fulfill the necessary legal procedure required for enforcement; for example, witness testimony or the victim's request may be relevant in other contexts but do not constitute the legal basis for arrest under a restraining order without prior service. Local law enforcement approval, while important for practical enforcement actions, is not a condition that must be met for the legal authority to effect an arrest once the restraining order has been properly served.