IF YOU ARE THE VICTIM OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, you have the right to file a petition in Superior court requesting an order for protection from domestic abuse which could include the following:
An order restraining your abuser from further acts of abuse;
An order directing your abuser to leave your household;
An order preventing your abuser from entering your residence, school, business or place of employment;
An order awarding you or the other parent custody of or visitation with your minor child(ren); and
An order restraining your abuser from interfering with minor children in your custody.
FORMS
Available at Franklin County Superior Court Clerk's office
Through domestic violence advocates with Consejo or Domestic Violence Services of Benton & Franklin Counties. Or
By contacting the Domestic Violence Services Coordinator or Victim Advocate at the City of Pasco
Assistance in completing forms is available by appoint through the above or at Order Clinics located in the Franklin County Court House from 11-1 Monday through Friday.