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Washington Domestic Violence Temporary Protective Orders<\/h1>\n\n
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\n By Kit Yona, M.A.<\/a> | Legally reviewed by Catherine Hodder, Esq.<\/a>\n | Last updated\n
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A domestic temporary protective order<\/span> in Washington state<\/span> is an emergency court order<\/span> that provides immediate protection from the abuser until a full court hearing<\/span>. The judge may order a temporary protective order<\/span> if they find the victim is in imminent danger.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

When abusive crimes hit close to home, escaping can seem impossible. Washington State<\/span> offers relief through domestic violence<\/span><\/a> protection orders<\/span>. These court orders<\/span> include provisions designed to keep abusers away from their victims. They can also address temporary custody<\/span>, child support<\/span>, firearms possession, abusive litigation, and much more.<\/p>\n

There are various types of <\/span>protection orders<\/span><\/a> available in the state of Washington. To avoid confusion, this article will explain what Washington considers domestic violence, outline the protections available through a dedicated\u00a0protection order<\/span>, and guide you through the application process. Read on for a deeper understanding of domestic violence <\/span>protective orders<\/span> (DVPO) in Washington.<\/p>\n

If you’re suffering abuse that isn’t domestic violence, you deserve relief as well. FindLaw’s Washington Protective Orders<\/span> Laws<\/a> article can help you figure out which order is right for your situation.<\/p>\n

Washington Domestic Violence Temporary Protective Orders<\/span> – Defining Domestic Violence<\/h2>\n

Domestic violence<\/a> crimes occur when certain abusive offenses occur between people sharing close, personal relationships. These acts can tear families apart. Not every crime is eligible for the relief offered by a domestic violence <\/span>protective order<\/span>. To determine if you are eligible to apply, it’s essential to understand the requirements.<\/p>\n

As discussed in FindLaw’s Washington Domestic Violence Laws article<\/a>, there can’t be an instance of domestic violence between strangers in Washington. Qualifying crimes must happen between family members<\/span>, household members<\/span><\/a>, and intimate partners<\/span><\/a>. These include the following:<\/p>\n