Washington Order for Protection — HarassmentORALAH) is a civil court order that provides protection from harassment for people in Washington State. It can be requested by any person who is being harassed by another person, either in person or through electronic communication. It can be used to protect a person from physical, mental, or emotional abuse, as well as to protect a person's property. There are two types of Washington Order for Protection — HarassmentORALAH): Ex Parte and Long-Term. An Ex Parte ORAL is an emergency order that is issued by a judge without a hearing. It is temporary and can be extended by the court for up to two weeks, but it can be modified or terminated at any time. A Long-Term ORAL is issued after a hearing and can last up to one year. It can also be extended for an additional year if the court finds that continued protection is necessary.




