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Chapter 26.51 RCW

ABUSIVE LITIGATION—DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

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Sections

HTMLPDF 26.51.010Findings—Intent.
HTMLPDF 26.51.020Definitions.
HTMLPDF 26.51.030Order restricting abusive litigation—Who may request, when—Instructions, brochures, and forms—Fees.
HTMLPDF 26.51.040Hearing—Procedure.
HTMLPDF 26.51.050Evidence creating a rebuttable presumption that the litigation is primarily for the purpose of harassing, intimidating, or maintaining contact with the other party.
HTMLPDF 26.51.060Burden of proof—Dismissal or denial of pending abusive litigation—Entry of order restricting abusive litigation.
HTMLPDF 26.51.070Filing of new case or motion by person subject to an order restricting abusive litigation—Requirements—Procedures.
HTMLPDF 26.51.900Construction—2020 c 311.
HTMLPDF 26.51.901Effective date—2020 c 311.