Washington CrRLJ 07.0950 - Harassment No-Contact Order - NOCON
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If a No Contact Order has been put in place anywhere in the state of Washington, the first thing we do is call the court and find the soonest date we can request relief in front of a judge. You will need to be present at that court hearing. Before the court date, we file a motion to modify or rescind (lift) the order.
The violator will be held in contempt of court and can be charged with a misdemeanor or a felony. Fines for a misdemeanor can reach up to $5,000 and up to a year in jail. Violators who receive a misdemeanor charge can also receive community service as a consequence of the violation.
If you believe someone is harrassing you in Washington State then you can go to disrict or superior court and file a petition under oath stating why you believe the court should issue an antiharassment order. There are standard Washington State Antiharassment forms that can assist in this process.
A violation of a no-contact order is a gross misdemeanor punishable by 364 days in jail and a fine of $5,000 even if there was no assault or injury involved. See RCW 26.50. 100.
An antiharassment order is a special type of restraining order which is available only to victims of harassment. It is a civil order of the court telling the person who harassed you not to bother you again. The police are notified of your antiharassment order. The order is fully enforceable in any county in the State.
Duration of order: Stalking Protection Order: 14 days for a temporary order; Stalking Protection Order duration is then determined by the court for a fixed period of time or permanent. Stalking No-Contact Order: 5 years for a final Stalking No-Contact Order.
The county prosecutor or attorney general, when involved in paternity actions, may request a restraining order on behalf of the child. WHAT IS THE COST? Filing fee is $110.00 (plus possible local surcharge) but may be waived. Additional costs can include copy, service and attorneys fees.
If you believe someone is harrassing you in Washington State then you can go to disrict or superior court and file a petition under oath stating why you believe the court should issue an antiharassment order.
In a family law case, you can ask the court for a domestic violence Order for Protection or an Order for Protection - Unlawful Harassment. For immediate protection, contact the clerk of the court for more information. You can ask the court for a Restraining Order.