Orders of Protection

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Investigative Reports Orders of Protection

Why many judges in WA won’t order abusers to turn in guns

State and federal court decisions threaten to override Washington’s firearm surrender law By Kelsey Turner…

Kelsey TurnerJune 30, 2023

Investigative Reports Orders of Protection

In Eastern Washington, victims seeking protection steer clear of a judge accused of domestic violence himself

Attorneys say there’s little accountability for judges who may show bias against victims By Wilson…

Wilson CriscioneJune 30, 2023

Investigative Reports Orders of Protection

Low-income domestic violence survivors face uphill battle in obtaining court-ordered protections

Advocates urge more funding for housing, shelters and legal services as well as consistent policy…

Kelsey TurnerJune 30, 2023

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Orders of Protection

Why many judges in WA won’t order abusers to turn in guns

In Eastern Washington, victims seeking protection steer clear of a judge accused of domestic violence himself

Low-income domestic violence survivors face uphill battle in obtaining court-ordered protections

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