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Understanding the Basics (7)
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Domestic Violence: Can the Legal System Help Protect Me?
This 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. #3700EN 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 Status and Court Hearings in Washington State
Questions and answers about when and how the court can ask about your immigration status. 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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Safety While Using the Internet
Read about tips to safely use a computer to contact an organization for help. Read More
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Should You File a Domestic Violence Protection Order (DVPO)?
If you are being hurt or threatened or stalked, you should try to talk with a domestic violence program. The National Domestic Violence Hotline is 1-800-799-SAFE. This explains things to consider before filing a DVPO. #3703EN 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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