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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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  Northwest Justice Project

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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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  Northwest Justice Project

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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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  Northwest Justice Project

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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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  Northwest Justice Project

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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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  Northwest Justice Project - CLEAR Intake Line

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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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  King County Prosecuting Attorney

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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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  Northwest Justice Project

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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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  Northwest Justice Project

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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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  King County Prosecuting Attorney

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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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  Northwest Justice Project

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