Listing of self-help materials and informational publications.
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Domestic Violence and Your Housing Rights
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Survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking have protections under the Washington Residential Landlord-Tenant Act (RCW 59.18).
By: King County Office of Civil Rights
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Domestic Violence Forms and Instructions
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This web site contains the necessary forms and instructions for obtaining a protection order.
By: Administrative Office of the Courts
Domestic Violence: How the Legal System Can Help Protect You
3700EN - This publication defines domestic violence, advises how you can protect yourself and your family by getting a protection order or restraining order, and provides information on where to get help.
By: Northwest Justice Project
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Domestic Violence: Questions and Answers for Immigrant and Refugee Women
3708EN - If you are being hurt by your husband, you may be eligible for legal status without his cooperation. You have the right to be free from violence in your home. This publication provides important information on what you can do to protect you and your family.
By: Northwest Immigrant Rights Project
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Internet Security
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Please note that computer use can be monitored by an abuser and is impossible to completely clear. This web page provides an overview of internet security and safety when using email.
By: Womenslaw.org
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Landlord/Tenant Issues For Survivors of Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, and/or Stalking
Tenants who are victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking now have increased protection under the Residential Landlord Tenant Act (RLTA). The RLTA is found in the Revised Code of Washington (RCW 59.18). The law applies only to the rental of residential premises such as an apartment or house, or where both the mobile home and the space are rented in a mobile home park.
By: Northwest Justice Project
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Sexual Assault Protection Order Forms and Instructions
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Vulnerable Adult Protection Order
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An Order for Protection can help keep a vulnerable adult safe. However, an order is only one part of protecting a vulnerable adult. If you have questions about other options, call: the statewide telephone number to report abuse or neglect: 1-866-ENDHARM, 1-866-363-4276; or call the Washington State Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-562-6025.
By: Administrative Office Of The Courts
Washington Public Assistance for Immigrant Victims of Domestic Violence
This publication will tell you what benefits you may be eligible for if you are an immigrant and a victim of domestic violence. If you have a different immigration status, please read one of our other publications on this topic.
By: Northwest Justice Project
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Womens Law - Domestic Violence Information
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This web site contains links to help you navigate the court system in Washington as well as contact information for many organizations that can help you.
By: Women's Law Initiative
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