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CROP Instructions

Instructions for a Certificate of Restoration of Opportunity

Washington · Washington State Courts · Effective January 1, 2020

This form provides instructions for asking the court for a Certificate of Restoration of Opportunity (CROP), which is a civil court order that can reduce barriers and restore eligibility for occupational licenses. It guides the filer through completing several related forms and steps.

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Where this fits in a case

Motions

Stage: Motions

This process is used when an individual needs to ask the court for a CROP after having convictions or adjudications. The filer must file the petition in a qualified court and notify the prosecuting attorney.

Usually filed by the person starting the case.

Common questions

What is a CROP?
A CROP is a civil court order that can reduce barriers and restore eligibility for occupational licenses. Filing this paperwork starts a civil court case. Great care must be taken to block out personal identification numbers like social security numbers. Great care must be taken to block out personal identification numbers like social security numbers.
What forms do I need to file?
The instructions mention completing the Petition for Certificate of Restoration of Opportunity, form CRO 01.0100, and also filing notices and proofs of service using forms like CRO 01.0200 and CRO 01.0300.
Do I have to pay a fee?
There is a filing fee for the CROP petition. If you cannot afford the fee, you can ask the court for a fee waiver using the GR 34 motion for fee waiver.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect January 1, 2020.

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