Legal Question in Criminal Law in Washington

no contact order

I have a no contact order placed against me.If my ex-girl friend is at work can I go into the rented house(under my name)and get my things?If not how do I get my things ?Thank you Jeff


Asked on 3/30/08, 10:05 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
James J. White, attorney Law Offices of Smith & White, PLLC

Re: no contact order

I recommend against that. You should get a "civil standby" authorized by the court that granted her the order. This allows you to go to the residence with a law enforcement officer present.

At your service,

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Answered on 3/31/08, 1:51 pm
Harry Steinmetz Law Office of Harry S. Steinmetz

Re: no contact order

Is the order address specific? If so, then you cannot go there. Also, if the order designates her "place of residence" or uses similar language. Generally its a bad idea for you to go get your stuff alone. It leave you open to a theft or burglary charge.

What you need to do is go before the court and ask them to approve a one time civil stand-by. Then you need to call the cops and have them accompany you to get your things.

If you need further consultation, please contact my office.

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Answered on 3/31/08, 3:52 pm


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