7.105.150 – Service—Methods of service.
RCW 7.105.150 Service—Methods of service. (1) To minimize delays and the need for more hearings, which can hinder access to justice and undermine judicial economy, to lessen costs, to guarantee actual notice to the respondent, and to simplify and modernize processes for petitioners, respondents, law enforcement, and the courts, the following methods of service are […]
7.105.155 – Service—Completion by law enforcement officer.
RCW 7.105.155 Service—Completion by law enforcement officer. When service is to be completed under this chapter by a law enforcement officer: (1) The clerk of the court shall have a copy of any order issued under this chapter, the confidential information form, as well as the petition for a protection order and any supporting materials, […]
7.105.160 – Service—Materials.
RCW 7.105.160 Service—Materials. The following materials must be served, depending on the type of relief sought. (1) If the petitioner is seeking a hearing on a petition for a protection order, the respondent must be served with the petition for a protection order, any supporting declarations or other materials, the notice of hearing, any temporary […]
7.105.165 – Service—Timing.
RCW 7.105.165 Service—Timing. (1) Unless waived by the nonmoving party, service must be completed on the nonmoving party not less than five judicial days before the hearing date. If service cannot be made, the court shall set a new hearing date and shall either require an additional attempt at obtaining service or permit service by […]
7.105.175 – Service—Development of best practices.
RCW 7.105.175 Service—Development of best practices. Courts and law enforcement agencies shall adopt rules, protocols, and pattern forms to standardize and implement best practices for service, including mechanisms and verification options for electronic service and electronic returns of service, as well as best practices for efficient transmission of court documents to law enforcement for entry […]