Revised Code of Washington
2024 Archive

Chapter 26.51 RCW
ABUSIVE LITIGATIONDOMESTIC VIOLENCE
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Sections
26.51.010FindingsIntent.
26.51.020Definitions.
26.51.030Order restricting abusive litigationWho may request, whenInstructions, brochures, and formsFees.
26.51.040HearingProcedure.
26.51.050Evidence creating a rebuttable presumption that the litigation is primarily for the purpose of harassing, intimidating, or maintaining contact with the other party.
26.51.060Burden of proofDismissal or denial of pending abusive litigationEntry of order restricting abusive litigation.
26.51.070Filing of new case or motion by person subject to an order restricting abusive litigationRequirementsProcedures.
26.51.900Construction2020 c 311.
26.51.901Effective date2020 c 311.