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Q: What is Form PO030?
A: Form PO030 is the Temporary Protection Order and Hearing Notice used in Washington.
Q: What is a Temporary Protection Order?
A: A Temporary Protection Order is a court order that provides immediate protection to a person who is at risk of harm or harassment.
Q: What is the purpose of Form PO030?
A: The purpose of Form PO030 is to notify the respondent (person accused of the harmful behavior) about the Temporary Protection Order and the upcoming hearing.
Q: Who can file Form PO030?
A: The petitioner (the person seeking the Temporary Protection Order) can file Form PO030.
Q: What information is required on Form PO030?
A: Form PO030 requires the petitioner to provide information about themselves, the respondent, incidents of violence or harassment, and any witnesses.
Q: What happens after Form PO030 is filed?
A: After Form PO030 is filed, the court will review the information provided and decide whether to grant or deny the Temporary Protection Order.
Q: When is the hearing for the Temporary Protection Order?
A: The hearing for the Temporary Protection Order is typically scheduled within a few weeks after the order is filed.
Q: Can a respondent contest the Temporary Protection Order?
A: Yes, a respondent can contest the Temporary Protection Order by attending the hearing and presenting their side of the story.
Q: What happens if the Temporary Protection Order is granted?
A: If the Temporary Protection Order is granted, it will be in effect for a specific period of time, providing protection to the petitioner against the respondent's harmful behavior.
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