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Immediate Restraining Order (Ex Parte)

Washington · Washington State Courts · Effective January 1, 2024

This form is used to ask the court for an immediate order that restricts certain actions between people, especially when changing a parenting or custody order. It also sets a date for a future court hearing where the order can be reviewed.

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Where this fits in a case

Motions

Stage: Motions

This form is used specifically for cases involving changes to a parenting or custody order. It is used to get an immediate order that lasts until a future court hearing.

Either party may file.

Common questions

What is this form for?
This form is used only for cases about changing a parenting or custody order. It is not for other types of cases.
What does the court do with this form?
The court can issue an immediate order that starts right away and lasts until a future hearing date. The court also sets up a notice for that hearing.
Do I have to go to the hearing?
The form warns that if a person does not go to the hearing, the court might make orders without hearing that person's side.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect January 1, 2024.

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