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Domestic Violence: Can the Legal System Help Protect Me?
Learn the definition of domestic violence, how you can protect yourself and your family by getting a protection order or restraining order, and where to get help. #3700EN Read More
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Should You File for a Domestic Violence Protection Order (DVPO)?
If you are being hurt, threatened or stalked, try to talk with a domestic violence program. The National Domestic Violence Hotline is 1-800-799-SAFE. This explains things to think about before filing a DVPO. #3703EN Read More
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Landlord/Tenant Issues for Domestic Violence Survivors
Learn about how the law can protect you if you are a tenant AND a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, unlawful harassment or stalking. #6304EN Read More
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Civilian and Military Protection Orders: Which Should I Get?
There are key differences between the issuance and enforcement of protection orders by state courts (civilian protection orders) and protection orders issued and enforced by the military (military protection orders). Knowing the differences will help you decide what kind of protection order to get. #3710EN Read More
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Coronavirus (COVID-19): The person who harmed you might be released from prison
How to find out if the person who hurt you will be released from prison early due to COVID-19. #3712EN Read More
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Coronavirus (COVID-19): Tips for Phone and Video Hearings
How to get ready for and conduct yourself during a remote hearing (conducted over the phone or by video-conference). #9961EN Read More
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Coronavirus (COVID-19): Washington Governor has changed how you get a Protection Order during the Pandemic
How you serve someone with a protection order and get a hearing scheduled is different during the pandemic. Read this to find out more. #3705EN Read More
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Depositions in Criminal Cases: Tips for Victims and Witnesses
If you are a victim or witness in a criminal case, read this to learn about depositions and being deposed. #9918EN Read More
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Extreme Risk Protection Orders
An Extreme Risk Protection Order directs a person to surrender their firearms. It would be illegal to purchase or have control of firearms. It restrains the person from obtaining a concealed pistol license and orders them to surrender a license if they already have one. Read More
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Immigration, Family Law, and Domestic Violence
If you have a protection order case or family law matter, you may have immigration questions or concerns. People who are abusive often use immigration status to control their partners. Read this for basic answers to some common questions. #8105EN Read More
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Immigration Status and Court Hearings in Washington State
Questions and answers about when and how the court can ask about your immigration status. #8110EN Read More
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Know Your Rights: Nonconsensual Pornography ("Revenge Porn")
“Nonconsensual pornography” (commonly called “revenge porn”) is when a sexually graphic image of you is shared without your consent. Learn what you can do if this happens to you. Read More
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Leave from Work for Survivors of Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, or Stalking
Washington State law allows employees to take time off from work to address domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking. Read this to learn more about your rights. Read More
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New Social Security Numbers for Domestic Violence Victims
If you’re a victim of family violence, harassment, abuse, or life-endangering situations, Social Security may be able to help you. Sometimes, the best way to evade an abuser and reduce the risk of further violence may be to relocate and establish a new identity. Getting a new Social Security number may also help. Read More
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Protection Order Advocacy Program
A protection order is an order, issued by a judge, to protect a person from another person whose behavior is abusive, threatening, exploitive or seriously alarming. This describes the different types of orders. Read More
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VAWA Self-Petition: Immigration Relief for Victims of Domestic Violence
If a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident family member uses their immigration status to control or abuse you, you may be able to file an I-360 VAWA Petition. This petition lets you try to get status without the help of the abusive family member. #8125EN Read More
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Victims of Crimes and “U Visas”
A U visa or U nonimmigrant status is sometimes given to people who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents and are victims of certain crimes in the U.S. If you or someone in your family (spouse, child, sibling, or parent) is the victim of a crime, you might be able to change your immigration status. You may be able to apply for a U visa. #8124EN Read More
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Violence against Women Act Reauthorization of 2013: New Protections for Native American Survivors of Domestic Violence
3702EN - Congress enacted the Violence against Women Act (“VAWA”) in 1994 in response to the severity of violence against women and the need for a national strategic response. VAWA sought to improve criminal justice and community-based responses to domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault and stalking in the United States. VAWA strengthened provisions to protect victims of domestic violence, hold offenders accountable and created programs to provide services for the victims. Read More
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Washington Forms Online - DIY Family Law Forms
To do anything in a family law case, you need the right form. The guided interviews on Washington Forms Online help you fill out the forms you need, with clear instructions on what to do next. Read More
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Frequently Asked Questions about Abuse in Later Life
Abuse in later life occurs when an older person is subjected to a pattern of coercive behaviors used to gain & maintain power and control perpetrated by a family member or someone with whom the elder has an ongoing relationship. It is the intersection between elder abuse and domestic violence. Read More
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