Legal Question in Family Law in Washington
abusive husband
how do i get an abusive husband removed from my home legally?
Asked on 4/01/07, 11:43 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Elizabeth Powell
ELizabeth Powell PS Inc
Re: abusive husband
Tomorrow morning go to the closest Superior Courthouse. If you don't know where that is look on line at courts dot wa dot gov. There is a lot of information available there, including how to get a domestic violence restraining order.
The facilitator at the court house will assist you with this - they can't write it for you, but they can help you get to see a judge.
Once the judge signs the order, the police will serve it on your husband.
They will allow him a "civil standby" to get his essential personal effects out of the house. They will not let him near you.
Hope this helps. Powell
Answered on 4/02/07, 12:23 am