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Order to Go to Court for Contempt Hearing (Order to Show Cause)

Washington · Washington State Courts · Effective July 1, 2021

This form is an official court order that tells a person they must appear in court for a hearing about whether or not they are in contempt of court. It explains that the person must show the court why the other side's requests should not be approved.

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Where this fits in a case

Judgment

Stage: Judgment

This form is used when a party files a Motion for Contempt Hearing, and the court decides there is enough reason to hold a hearing.

Either party may file.

Common questions

Who fills out this form?
The court fills out this order after reviewing a Motion for Contempt Hearing filed by either the Petitioner or the Respondent.
What happens if I don't go to the hearing?
The warning states that if a person does not go to the hearing, the court may approve the other party’s requests without hearing their side, and it may issue an arrest warrant.
What do I need to do if I disagree with the requests?
The person receiving this order should file a statement explaining why the court should not approve the requests and may file other written proof.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect July 1, 2021.

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