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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): Washington Governor has changed how you get a Protection Order during the Pandemic
During COVID-19, how you serve someone with a protection order and get a hearing scheduled is different. 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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Find Help for Victims of Sexual Assault
If you or someone you know is the victim of sexual assault in Washington State, use this Resource Directory to help you to locate resources and support. 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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Leave from Work for Survivors of Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, or Stalking
Washington State has a law that allows employees to take time off from work to address domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking. Read this memo to learn more about your rights. Read More
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Military Sexual Trauma
If a veteran suffers from the effects of trauma in military service, VA may be able to help them. Read More
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My Legal Rights: I was Raped and Got Pregnant
A new Washington state law fixes a gap that forced some mothers to co-parent a child conceived from a rape. #3660EN 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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Sexual Assault Protection Order
A sexual assault protection order is a civil order issued by the court on behalf of a sexual assault victim. The order can require the alleged perpetrator to stay away from the victim or place(s) where the victim lives or works and to have no further contact with the victim. Read More
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Sexual Harassment in Housing is Illegal
Sexual harassment by landlords and property managers is illegal! Tenants in this US Dept. of Justice video bravely share their stories about being harassed in their home by landlords. Read More
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Smartphone Apps that Can Help Keep You Safe from Abuse
There are several mobile apps that are specifically designed for college-age students to help keep you safe. The apps provide an easy way to connect with a trusted circle of friends when you're in a situation where you're not feeling safe or need help. 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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Military Sexual Trauma
If a veteran suffers from the effects of trauma in military service, VA may be able to help them. Read More
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