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How do I look up a restraining order in Washington state?
To find out whether a Washington restraining order is still in effect, an individual can contact the clerk of the superior court where the order was filed. In most cases, restraining orders are public record, but they may be sealed when the court deems doing so is in the best interest of the parties named in the order.
How long does a restraining order stay on your record in Washington state?
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| Code Section | 26.50.01, et seq. |
|---|---|
| Duration of Order | Restraining order to protect minors: maximum 1 year, may be extended. Ex parte temporary order: maximum 14 or 24 days, may be reissued |
How do I get a protection order in King County?
The law allows district courts to handle the first three protection order types. For Vulnerable Adult Protection orders, you must contact King County Superior Court. Petitioners (the person filing the case) choose which type of protection order is most appropriate for them to pursue.
What is a restraining order in Washington State?
Restraining orders are requested by the parties as part of an existing domestic case such as a divorce or a case to determine paternity, custody, child support or visitation. To read about restraining orders, visit: www.washingtonlawhelp.org/WA and http://kcll.org. An overview of each of the orders described above is available here.
How do I get a vulnerable adult protection order in Washington?
For Vulnerable Adult Protection orders, you must contact King County Superior Court. Petitioners (the person filing the case) choose which type of protection order is most appropriate for them to pursue.
How do I get a temporary restraining order in Texas?
To obtain this type of order, you will need to ask the court clerk for forms to formally request it. If this is an emergency (again, if you are in immediate harm call 911), a temporary order, valid for 14 days, will be issued. And it must be served on the offending person in order to be valid.