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Manages a website where applicants can (1) learn about different types of Protection Orders and (2) fill out a Petition for Protection Order. The service does not provide legal assistance. Forms can be sent via email ([email protected]), online portal, or dropped off in person at a courthouse. Website provides important information about application process and how the process works. Can assist with the following: Antiharassment Protection Orders, Stalking Protection Orders, Domestic Violence Protection Orders, Sexual Assault Protection Orders, and Temporary Extreme Risk Protection Orders.

Provides a confidential 24-hour crisis hotline for victims of sexual assault and crimes. Victim Advocates are available 24 hours a day to provide support, information, and referrals. Serves those who have been harmed as a result of crimes such as assault, robbery, child abuse, identity theft, arson, kidnapping, hate crimes, and human trafficking. Provides advocacy, individual counseling, support through the legal and criminal justice systems, information about abuse and assault, and referrals to other helpful programs. The Kittitas location also offers shelter and other services for victims of domestic violence.

Manages a website where applicants can (1) learn about different types of Protection Orders and (2) fill out a Petition for Protection Order. The service does not provide legal assistance. Forms can be sent via email ([email protected]), online portal, or dropped off in person at a courthouse. Website provides important information about application process and how the process works. Can assist with the following: Antiharassment Protection Orders, Stalking Protection Orders, Domestic Violence Protection Orders, Sexual Assault Protection Orders, and Temporary Extreme Risk Protection Orders.

Provides the following services at the district courts: Protection orders and name change petitions can be obtained at the clerk's office  Domestic Violence Protective Orders Issues orders that protects the petitioner from abuse or threats of abuse from a current or former spouse, boyfriend/girlfriend, someone they have a child with, someone they live with or someone they are related to through blood or marriage.  Antiharassment/Stalking Protection Orders Issues orders that will protect the petitioner from another person whose behavior is abusive, threatening, exploitive or seriously alarming.  The primary purpose is to order the "respondent" to not contact or harm the "petitioner. "   No Contact Order Issues orders that protect victims of crime from contact with the person accused of committing the crime.  Incident must have been reported to the police. Criminal charges must be pending. The court may issue a no contact order as part of bail hearing, arraignment or sentencing.  Sexual Assault Protection Orders Issues orders that can require the person who committed a sexual assault to stay away from their victim, their home, school, work or other places they request, and to have no further contact with them  Name Changes Clerk's office accepts name change petitions and orders for people who want to officially change their names. The case will then be presented to a judge for approval and signature.  The court will record your name change with the King County Auditor. Recording takes 6 to 8 weeks to process.   Weddings District Court judges can perform civil wedding ceremonies.  Weddings can be performed before 8:30am, after 4:30pm, and on weekends and holidays. On the day of the ceremony bring a valid marriage license and two witnesses.  Forms available online in Khmer, Chinese, Korean, Laotian, Russian, Spanish and Vietnamese.

Operates a free and confidential 24-hour crisis hotline to assist anyone who has questions or concerns about sexual assault or a crime. In addition, SARC provides financial support to clients who would not otherwise be able to seek professional mental health care. Provides the following services: - Onsite Individual Counseling - Crisis Intervention: advocates provide short-term crisis intervention, information, support & validation - Medical Advocacy: staff & trained volunteer advocates respond to hospital calls to provide medical advocacy for victims of sexual assault - Legal Advocacy: provides legal advocacy at police interviews and court proceedings - Therapy Referrals: assists clients in the process of finding a counselor who has experience working with sexual assault survivors Also provides information regarding payment options such as sliding fee scales, Medicaid, and crime victim's compensation.

Assists domestic violence and sexual assault victims and victims of crimes with a wide range of services to help them overcome their current situation. All services are provided without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, gender identity and orientation, creed, age, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other basis prohibited by law.The services are the following: -  Assistance with protective orders-  A 24-hour crisis line -  Information and referral -  Support groups for women and youth -  Emergency services -  Court support -  Temporary shelter for physically and/or emotionally abused victims and their children-  Help with crime victims compensation -  Legal advocacy, including assistance in obtaining protection orders, divorce or custody -  Assistance with other social service organizations, law enforcement officers, and the court system -  Education about domestic violence dynamics

Manages a website where applicants can (1) learn about different types of Protection Orders and (2) fill out a Petition for Protection Order. The service does not provide legal assistance. Forms can be sent via email ([email protected]), online portal, or dropped off in person at a courthouse. Website provides important information about application process and how the process works. Can assist with the following: Antiharassment Protection Orders, Stalking Protection Orders, Domestic Violence Protection Orders, Sexual Assault Protection Orders, and Temporary Extreme Risk Protection Orders.

Provides court services that deal with traffic violations, small claims, gross misdemeanors, and preliminary hearings of felony charges.

Provides a confidential 24-hour crisis hotline for victims of sexual assault and crimes. Victim Advocates are available 24 hours a day to provide support, information, and referrals. Serves those who have been harmed as a result of crimes such as assault, robbery, child abuse, identity theft, arson, kidnapping, hate crimes, and human trafficking. Provides advocacy, individual counseling, support through the legal and criminal justice systems, information about abuse and assault, and referrals to other helpful programs. The Kittitas location also offers shelter and other services for victims of domestic violence.

Manages a website where applicants can (1) learn about different types of Protection Orders and (2) fill out a Petition for Protection Order. The service does not provide legal assistance. Forms can be sent via email ([email protected]), online portal, or dropped off in person at a courthouse. Website provides important information about application process and how the process works. Can assist with the following: Antiharassment Protection Orders, Stalking Protection Orders, Domestic Violence Protection Orders, Sexual Assault Protection Orders, and Temporary Extreme Risk Protection Orders.

Offers a domestic violence crisis intervention hotline, confidential temporary housing, and advocacy services. Includes medical and legal support such as helping clients file protection and anti-harassment orders, accompanying them to medical appointments, legal consultations, and providing assistance with any interactions involving the criminal justice system. Additionally, provides educational outreach to the community.

Issues the following protection/restraining orders:   Domestic Violence Protective/Restraining Orders Issues orders that protects the petitioner from abuse or threats of abuse from a current or former spouse, boyfriend/girlfriend, someone they have a child with, someone they live with or someone they are related to through blood or marriage.   No Contact Order Issues orders that protect victims of crime from contact with the person accused of committing the crime.   Incident must have been reported to the police. Criminal charges must be pending. The court may issue a no contact order as part of bail hearing, arraignment or sentencing.   Anti-harassment/Stalking Protection Orders Issues orders that will protect the petitioner from another person whose behavior is abusive, threatening, exploitative or seriously alarming.    The primary purpose is to order the "respondent" to not contact or harm the "petitioner. "    Sexual Assault Protection Orders Issues orders that can require the person who committed a sexual assault to stay away from their victim, their home, school, work or other places they request, and to have no further contact with them.   Vulnerable Adult Protection Order Issues orders that protects a vulnerable adult who has been abandoned, abused, subject to financial exploitation, or neglect or threat thereof.   Can be filed by an interested person on behalf of a vulnerable adult.

Manages a website where applicants can (1) learn about different types of Protection Orders and (2) fill out a Petition for Protection Order. The service does not provide legal assistance. Forms can be sent via email ([email protected]), online portal, or dropped off in person at a courthouse. Website provides important information about application process and how the process works. Can assist with the following: Antiharassment Protection Orders, Stalking Protection Orders, Domestic Violence Protection Orders, Sexual Assault Protection Orders, and Temporary Extreme Risk Protection Orders.

Issues the following protection/restraining orders:   Domestic Violence Protective/Restraining Orders Issues orders that protects the petitioner from abuse or threats of abuse from a current or former spouse, boyfriend/girlfriend, someone they have a child with, someone they live with or someone they are related to through blood or marriage.   No Contact Order Issues orders that protect victims of crime from contact with the person accused of committing the crime.   Incident must have been reported to the police. Criminal charges must be pending. The court may issue a no contact order as part of bail hearing, arraignment or sentencing.   Anti-harassment/Stalking Protection Orders Issues orders that will protect the petitioner from another person whose behavior is abusive, threatening, exploitative or seriously alarming.    The primary purpose is to order the "respondent" to not contact or harm the "petitioner. "    Sexual Assault Protection Orders Issues orders that can require the person who committed a sexual assault to stay away from their victim, their home, school, work or other places they request, and to have no further contact with them.   Vulnerable Adult Protection Order Issues orders that protects a vulnerable adult who has been abandoned, abused, subject to financial exploitation, or neglect or threat thereof.   Can be filed by an interested person on behalf of a vulnerable adult.

Act as Judicial Administrator of the Superior Court. Maintain records and files on all Superior Court proceedings involving civil, domestic, felony criminal, civil commitment, probate, guardianship, paternity, adoption, and juvenile matters.

Manages a website where applicants can (1) learn about different types of Protection Orders and (2) fill out a Petition for Protection Order. The service does not provide legal assistance. Forms can be sent via email ([email protected]), online portal, or dropped off in person at a courthouse. Website provides important information about application process and how the process works. Can assist with the following: Antiharassment Protection Orders, Stalking Protection Orders, Domestic Violence Protection Orders, Sexual Assault Protection Orders, and Temporary Extreme Risk Protection Orders.

Manages a website where applicants can (1) learn about different types of Protection Orders and (2) fill out a Petition for Protection Order. The service does not provide legal assistance. Forms can be sent via email ([email protected]), online portal, or dropped off in person at a courthouse. Website provides important information about application process and how the process works. Can assist with the following: Antiharassment Protection Orders, Stalking Protection Orders, Domestic Violence Protection Orders, Sexual Assault Protection Orders, and Temporary Extreme Risk Protection Orders.

Manages a website where applicants can (1) learn about different types of Protection Orders and (2) fill out a Petition for Protection Order. The service does not provide legal assistance. Forms can be sent via email ([email protected]), online portal, or dropped off in person at a courthouse. Website provides important information about application process and how the process works. Can assist with the following: Antiharassment Protection Orders, Stalking Protection Orders, Domestic Violence Protection Orders, Sexual Assault Protection Orders, and Temporary Extreme Risk Protection Orders.

Provides one-on-one, legal, and medical advocacy, therapy services, support groups, for persons who have been victims of sexual abuse. Also provides prevention presentations for community agencies and schools on topics such as Body and Body and Boundary Safety, Safe Bodies, Healthy Minds, and Personal Body Safety.

Responsible for documents and records for Lincoln County, including: -  Public Records -  Probate Records -  Juvenile Offender Records -  Domestic Violence Forms - Stalking/Harassment Orders - Sexual Assault Protection/Restraining - Domestic Violence Protective/Restraining Orders - Crime Victim/Witness Related No Contact Orders - Divorce Petition Filing Offices - Adoption Petition Filing Offices - Passports - Divorce Records - Adoption Records

Manages a website where applicants can (1) learn about different types of Protection Orders and (2) fill out a Petition for Protection Order. The service does not provide legal assistance. Forms can be sent via email ([email protected]), online portal, or dropped off in person at a courthouse. Website provides important information about application process and how the process works. Can assist with the following: Antiharassment Protection Orders, Stalking Protection Orders, Domestic Violence Protection Orders, Sexual Assault Protection Orders, and Temporary Extreme Risk Protection Orders.

Provides legal advocacy for issues related to domestic violence, sexual assault and family law. Please note - no attorney on staff, legal advocacy and referrals only. Distributes packets of self-help forms and assistance filing for protection orders. Legal clinic offered by attorney on an as needed basis for Vashon Island residents.

Provides assistance for victims of domestic violence. Offers   -  Education (both individual and group) -  Assistance with restraining orders -  Assistance with finding safe shelters -  Safety planning   -  Emergency assistance such as food vouchers and transportation.

Washington State law allows for a person to file a civil case in court asking a judge/commissioner to grant an order to protect them from another person whose behavior is abusive, threatening, exploitative or seriously alarming. The primary purpose of most is to order the "respondent" to not contact or harm the "petitioner." There are different types of protection orders, intended for specific situations. State law establishes who can seek them, who they can protect, who they can restrain, the types of protections and relief they offer, when and where court hearings are conducted, what costs may be incurred.