Civil Protection Order General
Domestic Violence Protection Orders (DVPO) in Washington (WA)
Recently updated on January 23rd, 2025 at 01:17 pmOverview A domestic violence protective order is a legal shield for those facing abuse from spouses, partners, cohabitating individuals, family members, and intimate or dating relationships, regardless of living arrangements. It keeps the abuser to stay away and refrain from contact, aiming to ensure the victim’s safety.…
Read MoreRestraining (Protection) Order against Stalking on Facebook, Instagram or other Social Media in Washington
Recently updated on January 23rd, 2025 at 01:38 pmDefinition of Stalking Washington defines stalking as intentionally and repeatedly harassing or following another person and causing them to feel threatened, frightened, or harassed. Definition of Cyberstalking Cyberstalking involves using the internet, social media, or electronic communications to repeatedly harass or threaten someone. It can manifest in…
Read MoreWhat can I do about Unwanted Texts and Calls in the Washington State?
Recently updated on January 23rd, 2025 at 02:03 pmUnderstanding Unwanted Texts and Calls Unwanted messages and calls often come from telemarketers, debt collectors, or even you can get harassed, threatened, or stalked via messages and calls by a neighbor, friend, co-worker, or even a complete stranger. In Washington State, these communications are regulated…
Read MoreRestraining Orders in the Washington State
Recently updated on January 23rd, 2025 at 01:48 pm A restraining order, formally Civil Protection Order (CPO) in Washington is issued by District and Superior Courts to protect victims from harassment, abuse, threats, stalking or violence. Restraining orders (CPO) are often sought in cases of domestic violence, stalking, harassment, or situations where there is a…
Read MoreRecap – HB 1320 Technology Requirements
Recently updated on January 23rd, 2025 at 02:11 pmThis article is still being written This page summarizes the technology requirements for the Washington State House Bill: HB 1320 – 2021-22 Modernizing, harmonizing, and improving the efficacy and accessibility of laws concerning civil protection orders. 1. Technology has enabled online filing of petitions, electronic service of…
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