Washington Form PO 030 is the Petition for Protection Order that any person in Washington uses to ask a superior or district court for a civil protection order under the unified Civil Protection Order Act, Chapter 7.105 RCW. The form covers six different order types — domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, unlawful harassment, vulnerable adult, and extreme risk — all on a single mandatory pattern petition created by the Washington Administrative Office of the Courts.
If you fill it out wrong, the court can deny your ex parte (same-day) order, leaving you unprotected for the two weeks before the full hearing. Washington courts processed more than 40,000 protection order petitions in 2024, and a meaningful share were dismissed or delayed because of avoidable petition errors.
Here is what this guide gives you:
- 📝 A line-by-line walkthrough of every paragraph and checkbox on PO 030
- 👩⚖️ Three full filled-out scenarios (Maria, James, and Linda)
- 📎 The required attachments and confidential forms you must file with it
- 🚪 Every filing channel — in person, by mail, and through the WA Protection Order Portal
- ⚠️ The 12 most common mistakes filers make and the consequence of each
What the Form Is and Who Must File It
Washington Form PO 030 is the master petition created by the Washington Pattern Forms Committee under RCW 7.105.100. Any person who has been hurt, threatened, stalked, harassed, sexually assaulted, financially exploited, or put in danger by another person’s access to firearms can file it. You file it as the petitioner against the respondent — the person you want the court to restrain.
The form is used in superior court for most adult orders, and in district or municipal court for some harassment matters. You can also file on behalf of someone else: a parent or guardian for a minor under 15, an adult on behalf of a vulnerable adult, a guardian for an incapacitated person, or law enforcement and family members for an Extreme Risk Protection Order. The current revision used statewide is the PO 030 (07/2025) version, printed in the lower-left corner of page 1.
You do not need a lawyer to file. Washington courts treat protection order petitioners as a protected class under RCW 7.105.100(4), which is why filing fees and service-of-process fees are waived. Domestic violence advocates from organizations like the Washington State Coalition Against Domestic Violence and your local DV program can sit with you while you fill it out, but they cannot give legal advice.
The form is a sworn declaration. You sign it under penalty of perjury, which means every fact you write must be true to the best of your knowledge. Lying on the petition is a separate crime and can be used to discredit your case at the full hearing.
Before You Start: Documents and Information You Need
Gathering the right information before you open PO 030 makes the difference between a 30-minute filing and a half-day ordeal. Washington courts will not delay an emergency order for missing paperwork, but missing details can cost you specific protections you wanted in the order.
Here is the pre-filing checklist. Bring all of it to the courthouse or upload it through the Protection Order Portal before you start.
- Your full legal name, date of birth, and a safe mailing address. You can list a P.O. Box, an advocate’s address, or enroll in the Address Confidentiality Program to keep the respondent from seeing your home address.
- The respondent’s full legal name, date of birth, and physical description. Law enforcement needs this to serve the order — without it, service can take weeks instead of days.
- The respondent’s last known home address, work address, and vehicle. The sheriff uses these to locate them for service.
- A clear, dated narrative of the incidents. Write down the most recent incident, the most serious incident, and the pattern of behavior in chronological order.
- The names and dates of birth of any children you want protected. Without DOBs, the court cannot enter a valid restraint that schools and daycares will honor.
- Any prior court orders between you and the respondent. Old custody orders, divorce decrees, criminal no-contact orders, and prior protection orders all interact with PO 030.
- Any firearms, dangerous weapons, or concealed pistol licenses (CPLs) the respondent owns or has access to. This drives the firearm surrender order under RCW 9.41.800.
- Photos, texts, voicemails, medical records, and police report numbers. Bring printed copies — the court keeps them as exhibits.
- The Confidential Information Form PO 001 and Law Enforcement Information Sheet PO 002. These travel with PO 030 and contain the addresses and identifiers the public petition redacts.
- A photo of the respondent if you have one. Service can fail when officers cannot identify the right person at the right address.
If you are missing one or two items, file anyway and bring the rest to the full hearing. Washington courts would rather grant a temporary order on incomplete information than leave you unprotected.
Where to Get the Form and How to Access It
The official, mandatory version of PO 030 lives on the Washington Courts forms page. It is free and updated each time the Pattern Forms Committee revises it. Always pull a fresh copy each time you file — using a 2022 form in 2026 will get the petition rejected because the firearm and ERPO sections changed.
You have three ways to access the form. The first is the online Protection Order Portal, where the form is built into a guided interview that fills the boxes for you and lets you e-file directly to your county. The second is the PDF download from the courts website, which you can fill on a computer or print and write by hand. The third is at the clerk’s window of any superior court in Washington, where blank packets are kept on a public counter at no charge.
If you need help reading or understanding the form, free advocate help is available in every county. Most courthouses also host a Protection Order Advocacy Program office where trained staff sit with you through the whole packet. King County’s program is called POAP; other counties use names like Crisis Connections, DAWN, or LifeWire.
The PDF version of PO 030 runs about 14 pages, plus PO 001 and PO 002. Print single-sided. Do not staple — clerks unstaple every filing for scanning.
Step-by-Step: How to Fill Out PO 030 Line by Line
The petition is split into a caption block and then five numbered sections. Walk through each one in the exact order printed on the form. Each field below uses the exact name and number that appears on the PO 030 mandatory form.
Caption: Court, County, and Case Number
The caption is the box at the top of page 1 with three blank lines: court, county, and case number.
The caption asks which court will hear your case, which county it sits in, and the case number the clerk will assign. You write the court name (Superior Court of Washington), the county (King County), and leave the case number blank — the clerk stamps it on when you file. Maria writes “Superior Court of Washington, County of King” and leaves the case number line blank. If you live in one county but were assaulted in another, you can file in either county under RCW 7.105.075. The most common mistake here is naming a district court when your case must go to superior court (vulnerable adult and ERPO petitions are superior-court only), which forces a refile and a delay of one to three days. A common misconception is that you must file in the county where the respondent lives — you do not.
Petitioner Information (Paragraph 1.1)
Paragraph 1.1 collects your identifying information.
This is where the court learns who you are. Write your full legal name exactly as it appears on your driver’s license or state ID, your year of birth (not full DOB on the public petition — that goes on PO 001), and a safe mailing address. James writes “James A. Carter, year of birth 1989, c/o LifeWire P.O. Box 6678, Bellevue, WA 98008.” If you are afraid of the respondent learning where you live, use an advocate’s address, your work address, or your ACP substitute address. The most common mistake is writing your home address on the public petition, which the respondent will see when served — the consequence is that the address becomes part of the public court file forever. A common misconception is that you must list your real home address; you do not, and the form expressly invites a confidential alternative.
Protected Persons (Paragraph 1.2)
Paragraph 1.2 lists every person besides you who you want the order to protect.
You list each additional protected person by name, year of birth, and relationship to you. Children, household members, current dating partners, and other family can all be added. Maria lists “K.L., minor child, year of birth 2018, daughter” and “J.L., minor child, year of birth 2020, son.” Use initials only for minors on the public petition, with full names on PO 001 — Washington uses GR 22 to keep child identifiers confidential. The most common mistake is leaving children off this section because “the abuse wasn’t aimed at them,” which means schools cannot enforce the order against pickup or contact. The misconception is that you need a separate parenting plan — PO 030 can include temporary residential and contact terms.
Respondent Information (Paragraph 1.3)
Paragraph 1.3 identifies the person you want the court to restrain.
Write the respondent’s full legal name, date of birth, and a physical description (height, weight, eye color, hair color, race, distinguishing marks). Linda writes “Robert T. Henson, DOB 06/12/1978, 6‘1”, 210 lbs, brown hair, blue eyes, tattoo of an anchor on left forearm.” Add their last known home address, work address, and vehicle information on PO 002 so the sheriff can find them. The most common mistake is leaving the DOB blank — without a DOB, the order cannot be entered into the Washington Crime Information Center (WACIC) database, and police cannot enforce it on a traffic stop. The misconception is that “the sheriff will figure out who they are” — they will not.
Relationship to Respondent (Paragraph 1.4)
Paragraph 1.4 is a checkbox grid where you describe how you know the respondent.
Check every box that fits — spouse, former spouse, domestic partner, parent of a common child, dating relationship, family or household member, roommate, or no relationship. James checks “no relationship — coworker.” Your relationship dictates which order types are available; a stalking order does not require any relationship, but a domestic violence order does. The most common mistake is checking only one box when several apply (for example, “spouse” but not “parent of a common child”), which can narrow the relief the judge feels comfortable granting. The misconception is that “dating relationship” requires you to have been exclusive — it does not, and RCW 7.105.010(8) defines it broadly.
Type of Order Requested (Paragraph 1.5)
Paragraph 1.5 is where you tell the court which of the six protection order types you are asking for.
Check one or more of: Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, Stalking, Unlawful Harassment, Vulnerable Adult, or Extreme Risk. Maria checks “Domestic Violence.” James checks “Stalking.” Linda checks “Vulnerable Adult.” You can check more than one if the facts support it (for example, a partner who both abused you and stalked you after you left). The most common mistake is checking the wrong box because the labels feel similar — picking “Harassment” when the facts are domestic violence usually means a shorter default order and weaker firearm provisions. The misconception is that the judge will reclassify the petition for you; the judge follows what you check.
Statement of Facts (Paragraph 2)
Paragraph 2 is the largest section and the heart of the petition. This is your sworn narrative.
Tell the court, in your own words, what the respondent did. Use dates, places, and direct quotes wherever you can. Cover three things: the most recent incident (anchors urgency), the most serious incident (anchors danger), and the pattern of behavior (anchors why you fear future harm). Maria writes “On May 14, 2026, at our home in Renton, Robert grabbed my throat and said ‘If you leave I will kill you.’ On April 2, 2026, he punched a hole in the bedroom wall next to my head. Over the past two years, he has threatened me at least once a month, often after drinking.” Attach extra pages if you run out of room — write “see attached declaration” and number the pages. The most common mistake is writing in vague generalities like “he is abusive” without specific events, which gives the judge nothing to find imminent harm on, and ex parte relief gets denied. The misconception is that you must list every incident from the relationship; you do not — the law only requires enough to show eligibility under RCW 7.105.225.
Firearms and Dangerous Weapons (Paragraph 3.1)
Paragraph 3.1 is the firearm disclosure box.
Check whether the respondent owns, possesses, has access to, or has a concealed pistol license (CPL) for any firearms. Describe each weapon if you know — make, model, where it is kept. James writes “Respondent owns a black 9mm handgun he keeps in his desk at work and a hunting rifle in his truck.” Under RCW 9.41.800, a granted protection order must include a firearm surrender order if there is access. The most common mistake is leaving this blank because “I don’t know for sure” — write what you reasonably believe; the surrender order is a safety lifeline. The misconception is that the surrender only happens after the full hearing — Washington courts can order immediate surrender at the ex parte stage.
Children and Parenting (Paragraph 3.2)
Paragraph 3.2 covers temporary parenting and residential schedule terms.
If you have children with the respondent, tell the court what you want for residential time, contact, and decision-making until the full hearing. Maria writes “Request that the children reside with me. Request no contact between Respondent and the children except by supervised visitation through Family Services Center.” The order can override an existing parenting plan for the duration of the protection order under RCW 7.105.260. The most common mistake is asking for “full custody,” a term that does not exist in Washington — use “primary residential placement” instead. The misconception is that the protection order ends your existing parenting plan; it only suspends conflicting terms.
Residence Exclusion (Paragraph 3.3)
Paragraph 3.3 is the “kick-out” provision.
Check this box if you want the court to order the respondent to leave the home you share. Provide the address and explain why exclusion is needed for your safety. Maria writes “Request exclusive use of the residence at 1422 NE 3rd St., Renton, WA, because I have nowhere else safe to go with the children.” You can ask for this even if the home is in the respondent’s name alone, under RCW 7.105.310(1)(d). The most common mistake is forgetting to check the box and only mentioning the home in the narrative — the judge cannot grant relief you did not check. The misconception is that you need to be on the lease or deed; you do not.
Workplace and School Protections (Paragraph 3.4)
Paragraph 3.4 lets you list specific places the respondent must stay away from.
List your workplace, your children’s school or daycare, your gym, your therapist, and any other location where the respondent could find you. James writes “Request Respondent stay at least 1,000 feet away from petitioner’s workplace at 800 Bellevue Way NE, Bellevue, WA, and from the petitioner’s home at the address on PO 001.” Be specific — “everywhere I go” is unenforceable. The most common mistake is naming only the home and forgetting work, which is where most stalking confrontations actually happen. The misconception is that a single distance applies — you can ask for different distances for different locations.
Surrender of Pets (Paragraph 3.5)
Paragraph 3.5 covers companion animals.
If you have pets you want protected or returned, list each by species, name, and description. Linda writes “Request Respondent surrender custody of ‘Biscuit,’ a 7-year-old golden retriever, to Petitioner.” Washington courts can grant possession of pets under RCW 7.105.310(1)(j). The most common mistake is skipping this section because “it’s just a pet” — abusers often use pets as leverage, and the order can prevent that. The misconception is that pets must be jointly owned; the court can grant possession based on care history.
Other Relief Requested (Paragraph 3.6)
Paragraph 3.6 is a catch-all where you list anything else you want.
Common requests include reimbursement for medical bills, return of personal property, electronic monitoring of the respondent, and treatment requirements. Maria writes “Request Respondent be ordered to a state-certified domestic violence intervention treatment program under RCW 26.50.150.” The court has wide discretion under RCW 7.105.310 to grant whatever relief is needed for safety. The most common mistake is leaving this blank when there is something specific you need (like the return of your car keys) — if you do not ask, you do not get. The misconception is that “other relief” means money damages; protection orders are not for damages, but they can compel return of specific property.
Ex Parte (Same-Day) Relief (Paragraph 4)
Paragraph 4 is the request for an immediate, temporary order issued the same day without notice to the respondent.
Check the box requesting ex parte relief and explain in one or two sentences why waiting for a noticed hearing would put you in danger. James writes “Respondent has driven past my home three times in the last 48 hours. I fear immediate harm if he is given notice before the order is in place.” Ex parte orders typically last 14 days under RCW 7.105.305 until the full hearing. The most common mistake is forgetting to check the ex parte box, which means you walk out without protection and wait two weeks for the hearing. The misconception is that the respondent gets notice before the ex parte order — they do not; that is the whole point.
Signature and Verification (Paragraph 5)
Paragraph 5 is the signature block where you swear the petition is true.
Sign and date in front of any notary, court clerk, or in some counties, electronically through the portal. The form uses the language “I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Washington that the foregoing is true and correct,” which satisfies RCW 9A.72.085. Linda signs “Linda M. Park, 05/22/2026, Seattle, WA.” The most common mistake is signing before adding attachments — the signature must be the last thing you do, after every page is complete. The misconception is that you need a notary; in Washington, the unsworn declaration language replaces notarization for this form.
Three Filled-Out Examples Using Real Scenarios
These three scenarios cover the three most common ways PO 030 gets filed in Washington. Each table walks one person through the petition.
Scenario 1: Maria — Domestic Violence with Children
| Form Section | What Maria Enters |
|---|---|
| Caption | Superior Court of Washington, County of King |
| 1.1 Petitioner | Maria L. Lopez, YOB 1990, c/o DAWN P.O. Box 562, Renton, WA |
| 1.2 Protected persons | K.L. (YOB 2018, daughter), J.L. (YOB 2020, son) |
| 1.3 Respondent | Robert J. Lopez, DOB 03/04/1988, 5‘11”, 195 lbs |
| 1.4 Relationship | Spouse; parent of common children |
| 1.5 Order type | Domestic Violence |
| Paragraph 2 Facts | “On 05/14/2026 grabbed my throat, said ‘If you leave I’ll kill you.’ On 04/02/2026 punched wall next to my head. Pattern of monthly threats.” |
| 3.1 Firearms | Owns 12-gauge shotgun in bedroom closet |
| 3.3 Residence | Exclusive use of 1422 NE 3rd St., Renton |
| 4 Ex parte | Yes — fear of imminent harm if notice given |
Scenario 2: James — Stalking by a Former Coworker
| Form Section | What James Enters |
|---|---|
| Caption | Superior Court of Washington, County of King |
| 1.1 Petitioner | James A. Carter, YOB 1989, c/o LifeWire P.O. Box 6678, Bellevue |
| 1.2 Protected persons | None |
| 1.3 Respondent | Daniel R. Pratt, DOB 11/22/1991, 6‘0”, 175 lbs, red hair |
| 1.4 Relationship | No relationship — former coworker |
| 1.5 Order type | Stalking |
| Paragraph 2 Facts | “Drove past my home three times in 48 hours. Sent 47 texts in one night. Showed up at my gym uninvited 5/18/2026.” |
| 3.1 Firearms | Owns black 9mm handgun, keeps at desk |
| 3.4 Stay-away | 1,000 feet from workplace and gym |
| 4 Ex parte | Yes — escalating pattern, fears imminent confrontation |
Scenario 3: Linda — Vulnerable Adult on Behalf of Her Father
| Form Section | What Linda Enters |
|---|---|
| Caption | Superior Court of Washington, County of Snohomish |
| 1.1 Petitioner | Linda M. Park, YOB 1965, filing on behalf of Henry Park |
| 1.2 Protected persons | Henry Park, YOB 1942, vulnerable adult |
| 1.3 Respondent | Robert T. Henson, DOB 06/12/1978, 6‘1”, 210 lbs |
| 1.4 Relationship | Paid in-home caregiver |
| 1.5 Order type | Vulnerable Adult |
| Paragraph 2 Facts | “Caregiver withdrew $14,200 from father’s account 04/2026 without authorization. Bruises on father’s wrists 05/05/2026. APS report filed.” |
| 3.5 Pets | Surrender custody of ‘Biscuit,’ golden retriever |
| 3.6 Other relief | Restitution of $14,200; no contact with finances |
| 4 Ex parte | Yes — ongoing financial exploitation, father unable to protect himself |
How to File the Completed Form
Washington gives you three filing channels. All three are free under RCW 7.105.100(4), and the clerk cannot charge you for filing, certified copies for service, or sheriff service of the order.
Online through the Protection Order Portal. This is the fastest channel and is now available in every Washington county. The portal walks you through PO 030, PO 001, and PO 002 with a guided interview, then routes the filing to your county clerk and a judicial officer. Processing time for the ex parte review is typically the same business day if filed before 12:00 noon, next business day if later. You receive a confirmation email and a portable PDF copy as proof of filing.
In person at the superior court clerk’s office. Bring three printed copies of PO 030, PO 001, PO 002, plus the proposed order PO 040. Hand them to the clerk at the protection order window. Most courts conduct ex parte hearings every weekday morning and afternoon — processing time is usually two to four hours. Keep a clerk-stamped “Filed” copy as proof.
By mail. Allowed but slow. Mail your packet to the clerk of the county where you live or where the abuse happened. Include a self-addressed stamped envelope so the clerk can return a stamped copy. Processing time runs three to seven business days, which is too long if you face immediate danger.
After filing, the clerk forwards the order to the county sheriff or a third-party process server for free service on the respondent under RCW 7.105.105. The order is not enforceable against the respondent until they are served.
What Happens After You File
Once you file, the clerk gives the petition to a judicial officer the same day for the ex parte review. The judge reviews your sworn declaration without the respondent present and decides whether to grant a temporary order. If granted, the temporary order lasts until your full hearing, scheduled within 14 days under RCW 7.105.205.
The sheriff or designated server serves the respondent with the temporary order, the notice of hearing, and a blank response form. The respondent has the right to respond in writing and to appear at the full hearing to contest the order. If they do not appear, the court can grant a final order by default for up to one year (or longer for sexual assault, stalking, and ERPO).
At the full hearing, you appear in person or remotely (Zoom is now standard in most counties), tell the judge what happened, and answer questions. A final protection order can include the same restraints as the temporary order plus additional terms like treatment, restitution, and surrender of firearms. Final orders are entered into WACIC and the federal NCIC database within 24 hours.
If your petition is denied, you can refile with new information or appeal under RAP 2.2. A denial of an ex parte order does not bar a later full-hearing order.
Mistakes to Avoid When Filling Out the Form
Each of these mistakes shows up regularly in Washington protection order dockets. Watch for them.
- Writing your home address on the public petition. The respondent will see it when served, exposing you in your own home.
- Leaving the respondent’s date of birth blank. Without DOB, the order cannot be entered into WACIC, and police cannot enforce it on a stop.
- Listing children only by full name on the public form. Violates GR 22 and the clerk may reject the filing.
- Using vague language like “he is abusive.” Without specific dates and acts, ex parte relief is usually denied.
- Checking the wrong order type. Picking “Harassment” instead of “Domestic Violence” weakens firearm and residence relief.
- Skipping the firearms paragraph. No firearm surrender order issues, and the respondent retains lethal access.
- Forgetting the ex parte box. You walk out unprotected and wait 14 days.
- Failing to file PO 002. The sheriff has no service address and the order sits unserved.
- Filing in the wrong court. Vulnerable adult and ERPO go to superior court only — district court will reject them.
- Using an outdated form revision. Pre-2025 versions miss the unified ERPO sections and get rejected.
- Stapling the packet. Clerks unstaple every filing for scanning, and stapled packets cause delays.
- Signing before all attachments are complete. Re-signing requires re-filing.
Do’s and Don’ts
Do use the most current PO 030 mandatory form, because outdated revisions are rejected at the clerk’s window.
Do write specific dates, places, and quotes in Paragraph 2, because judges grant ex parte orders on specifics, not generalities.
Do list every firearm you know of, because Washington’s mandatory surrender law works only when the court has notice.
Do include children even if “the abuse wasn’t aimed at them,” because schools and daycares cannot enforce contact rules against unlisted children.
Do ask an advocate to sit with you, because they know the local clerk’s quirks and can spot missing items.
Do keep a clerk-stamped copy of every page, because losing your file copy means starting over.
Don’t put your home address on the public petition, because it becomes part of the public record forever.
Don’t exaggerate or invent facts, because the petition is sworn under penalty of perjury and lies destroy your credibility.
Don’t wait for the “perfect” set of evidence, because Washington courts can issue ex parte orders on the petition alone.
Don’t contact the respondent after filing, because doing so undermines your fear-of-harm showing.
Don’t miss the full hearing, because failing to appear results in dismissal of the temporary order.
Don’t file in the respondent’s county thinking you must — your county or the incident county both work under RCW 7.105.075.
Pros and Cons of Filing on Your Own vs. With Help
Pros of filing pro se (on your own):
- It costs nothing, because Washington waives every fee under RCW 7.105.100(4).
- It is fast — the portal lets you finish in under an hour.
- You control the narrative in your own voice.
- You can file outside business hours through the online portal.
- You retain full control over what relief you ask for.
Cons of filing pro se:
- You may miss available relief you didn’t know existed.
- You may underplay or over-explain the facts.
- You won’t know local clerk and judge preferences.
- You handle service tracking and proof on your own.
- You stand alone at the full hearing if the respondent shows up with a lawyer.
Forms and Filing Channels at a Glance
| Item | Where It Lives |
|---|---|
| PO 030 Petition | Washington Courts forms page |
| PO 001 Confidential Information Form | Washington Courts forms page |
| PO 002 Law Enforcement Information | Washington Courts forms page |
| PO 040 Proposed Order | Washington Courts forms page |
| Online filing | WA Protection Order Portal |
| In-person filing | Superior court clerk directory |
| Statute | Chapter 7.105 RCW |
| Advocate help | WSCADV program directory |
FAQs
Do I have to pay a filing fee for PO 030?
No. Washington waives all filing, service, and certified-copy fees for protection order petitioners under RCW 7.105.100(4). Clerks cannot charge you anything to file or serve.
Can I file PO 030 if I live in a different state than the respondent?
Yes. You can file in any Washington county where you live, where the respondent lives, or where the abuse happened, under RCW 7.105.075. Cross-state respondents are still served.
Do I write my full home address in Paragraph 1.1?
No. Use a confidential mailing address, an advocate’s address, or your ACP substitute address. The public petition becomes part of the court file and is served on the respondent.
Should I list my children’s full names in Paragraph 1.2?
No. Use initials and year of birth on the public form, and put full names and DOBs on PO 001, per GR 22. This protects minor identifiers.
Do I need to know the respondent’s exact date of birth in Paragraph 1.3?
Yes. A best estimate is allowed, but without DOB the order cannot be entered into WACIC and police cannot enforce it during a stop. Add what you reasonably know.
Can I check more than one box in Paragraph 1.5?
Yes. If facts support multiple order types — for example, both domestic violence and stalking — check every box that applies. The judge can grant whichever fit the proof.
How specific does Paragraph 2 have to be?
Yes, very specific. Include dates, places, direct quotes, and the most recent and most serious incidents. Vague claims get ex parte relief denied under RCW 7.105.225.
Can I get the respondent’s guns surrendered the same day?
Yes. Ex parte firearm surrender is available under RCW 9.41.800 when you fill out Paragraph 3.1. Disclosure drives the order.
Can I be kicked out of my home if it’s in the respondent’s name?
No, not on a petitioner. Paragraph 3.3 lets you ask for exclusive use even if the home is solely in the respondent’s name, under RCW 7.105.310.
Do I need a lawyer to file PO 030?
No. Most Washington petitioners file pro se with help from an advocate. Lawyers are useful at contested full hearings but not required for the petition.
Can I file PO 030 online after hours?
Yes. The Protection Order Portal accepts filings 24/7. A judicial officer reviews ex parte requests the next judicial morning.
What happens if I don’t show up to the full hearing?
No order is granted. Your temporary order expires and the case is dismissed. You can refile, but you lose the temporary protection. Mark the date the moment you file.
Related reading
- How to Fill Out Washington Form PO 001 (w/Examples) + FAQs
- How to Fill Out Washington Form PO 040 (w/Examples) + FAQs
- How to Fill Out Washington Form PO 100 (w/Examples) + FAQs
- How to Fill Out Washington Form PRO 03 (w/Examples) + FAQs
- How to Fill Out Washington Form PRO 05 (w/Examples) + FAQs
- How to Fill Out a Maryland Peace Order Petition (w/ Examples) + FAQs
- How to Fill Out California Form DV-100 (w/Examples) + FAQs