A civil restraining order in Washington State is a court-issued order that requires a person to stay away from you, stop contacting you, or cease specific behaviors that threaten your safety. Unlike criminal no-contact orders, civil restraining orders are filed by the victim — not the state — and do not require an arrest or […]

What is a civil protection order, and how can it help protect you? These orders are legally enforceable court orders that require abusers to stay away from victims, protecting people at their work, home, and other places where they spend time. If you need help understanding the nuances and process of a civil protection order […]