Legal Question in Criminal Law in Washington

Restraining Order?

I was accused of violating RCW 74.34.020 (2)(a). He was arrested, I was fired. His last day in jail, his PO made him sign a no-contact order. He was allowed to call me to tell me about this, and that was it. We've since been in contact (he initiated it) and he wants the restraining order dropped. Except i've never been served! He says all he signed was a piece of typing paper that his therapist had written on, and he didn't get a copy either. He's afraid to ask too many questions because they've threatened him with jailtime again. because this was over 2 months ago, and i've never been served can we see each other? Can we continue to pursue our relationship? Can we marry?? I have many questions...I'm sorry.


Asked on 9/26/07, 7:47 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
James J. White, attorney Law Offices of Smith & White, PLLC

Re: Restraining Order?

You do not need to be served. He is the one who cannot contact you and can go to jail. So, as long as he has knowledge of the restraining order he is restrained. If you want to pursue the relationship/marriage you'll have to get the restraining order dropped. I can assist if you'd like to hire an attorney to help you.

At your service,

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Answered on 9/26/07, 11:16 pm


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