Washington

Recently updated on June 7th, 2025 at 09:39 am  Definition of Stalking: Washington defines stalking as intentionally and repeatedly harassing or following another person and causing them to feel threatened, frightened, or harassed.   Here’s the complete wording of  RCW 9A.46.110 (1)(a) A person commits the crime of stalking if, without lawful authority the person: (i) …

Recently updated on June 6th, 2025 at 06:35 pmThis article applies to all civil protection orders in the State of Washington: Domestic Violence Protection Order Sexual Violence Protection Order Antiharassment Protection Order Stalking Protection Order Vulnerable Adult Protection Order Extreme Risk Protection Order Making Modify or Lift A No Contact Order? Very often couples, family…

Recently updated on June 7th, 2025 at 08:29 amYou can securely reach out to King County Protection Order Advocacy Program First click on “Share with Advocate” from the left menu. As a client user, you will see this button only if you are filing For a Domestic Violence Protection Order (DVPO) In King County Superior…

Recently updated on June 7th, 2025 at 02:22 pmThis article helps explain the different situations of who is petitioning and for protecting whom, for a Civil Protection Order (CPOs) in Washington as defined in the Revised Code of Washington RCW 7.105.100 Filing—Types of petitions Then it explains how LegalAtoms questionnaires populate the different official Washington…

Recently updated on June 7th, 2025 at 06:01 amAs a victim of stalking in Washington state, It is known firsthand the fear and anxiety that comes with the constant barrage of unwanted messages and gifts. Stalking is a serious crime that can cause emotional distress and psychological harm to the victim. It’s important to understand…

Recently updated on June 7th, 2025 at 10:38 amStalking is a serious crime in Washington State, defined as intentionally and repeatedly harassing or following another person, causing that person to feel frightened, threatened, oppressed, persecuted, or intimidated. This behavior can include physical actions such as following someone, making unwanted phone calls, sending unwanted text messages…

Recently updated on June 7th, 2025 at 01:43 amDivorce (or the dissolution of marriage) brings the end of marital relationships between two people. Although it may seem simple to just call it a day in a relationship, there are many issues that require solving between the two divorcing parties. One of which is what should…

Recently updated on June 7th, 2025 at 02:03 am Overview A restraining order is formally known as a Civil Protection Order in the Washington State. Protection Orders are governed by the Washington state law.  The name of similar legal orders varies from state to state and in many states these are called restraining orders.  The…