For Washingtonians trying to cut contact with their domestic abusers and stalkers, civil protection orders are often a necessary legal step. But the process of filing one can be tricky to navigate.

(This story was updated to accurately reflect the most current information.) A Licking County magistrate ruled this week that a member of Faith Life Church who said he fears for his safety and quality ...

Individuals who fear for their safety — perhaps from a threatening domestic partner, roommate or stalker — might also be afraid to publicly pursue a protection order that can shield them from ...

The death of a Henry Ford Hospital employee who'd obtained a personal protection order against her ex-husband, though it was never served, is shining a spotlight on how these orders are delivered, and ...

Leaders with King County’s Protection Order Portal and affiliated program, from left: Collen McIngalls, Children’s Justice Center of King County; Chelle Hunsinger de Enciso, victim advocate; Kelsey ...