Temporary Injunction Form With Motion In Washington
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A Violence Restraining Order only applies to people who are not in a domestic or family relationship. You must lodge an application form (available from any court registry or online by visiting .magistratescourt.wa.au) and ask to have the first hearing in the absence of the respondent.
The court will either deny or grant a temporary order effective for up to 14 days. Law enforcement must serve this petition. The final hearing may be held in person, by telephone or online, if requested 3 court days prior to the hearing. At the final hearing, both parties may speak and present evidence.
Motions to Enforce: These are filed when a spouse fails to fulfill obligations outlined in the divorce decree, such as paying debts or distributing assets. They serve as reminders of legal duties and are not punitive in nature.
You must explain how you or someone else may be seriously harmed if you don't get protection now, before the restrained person gets notice that you're asking for a protection order. Gather any supporting evidence, such as written statements, printed photos, or documents that help prove what you're saying is true.
If someone believes they need protection and qualifies for a restraining order, they can usually apply for one through their local court system. The process may involve filing a petition, attending a hearing, and presenting evidence to support the request for the order.
You must explain how you or someone else may be seriously harmed if you don't get protection now, before the restrained person gets notice that you're asking for a protection order. Gather any supporting evidence, such as written statements, printed photos, or documents that help prove what you're saying is true.
Some Washington counties automatically issue very basic temporary restraining orders whenever a party files for divorce or some other type of family law proceeding. Typically these automatic temporary orders prevent parties from tampering with assets, altering insurance coverage, and changing the children's residence.
A Harassment Order addresses unwanted behavior that may not necessarily involve physical harm but still causes significant distress to the victim. In contrast, a Restraining Order is typically sought in cases involving a history of violence, physical threat, or other forms of serious harm.
A preliminary injunction is temporary relief that preserves the status quo until the courts decide on the merits of the case. The relief sought often involves asking a court to prevent an opposing party from taking specific action or continuing a current course of action.
A temporary order will stay in place until modified or until a final order is entered, usually after a trial. A temporary order will not expire but sometimes an action can be dismissed by the clerk's office for non-action.
