Conozca la Ley: Washington
ACTUALIZADA 21 de noviembre, 2008
A restraining order or protective order is a legal order issued by a state court which requires one person to stop harming another. In Washington, there are several types of orders explained below. You can download court forms on the WA Courts Page.
- Overview of Civil vs. Criminal Law
Some restraining orders are issued in criminal court and some are issued in civil court.
- Domestic Violence Orders for Protection (DVOP)
A civil order that provides protection from harm by a family or household member.
- Sexual Assault Protection Orders
If you have been sexual assaulted, you may be able to file for a Sexual Assault Protection Order which can order your abuser to stay away from you.
- Civil Anti-Harassment Orders
Provides protection from harm from an abuser whether or not you are related or married to him/her.
- Moving to Another State with Your DVOP
Your WA Domestic Violence Order of Protection may be enforceable wherever you move.
- Enforcing your Out-Of-State Order in WA
If you are planning to move to WA or are going to be in WA for any reason, your protection or restraining order may be enforced.