Does a treatment program need knowledge of the domestic violence laws and justice system practices?
A treatment program must show evidence of an understanding of the laws pertaining to domestic violence and the operation of the justice system. At a minimum, a program must be familiar with: (1) State laws regulating the response to domestic violence by the criminal justice system; (2) Relief available to victims of domestic violence offered by: (a) Washington domestic violence law and civil protection orders; (b) Criminal no-contact orders; and (c) Civil restraining orders. (3) Local law enforcement, prosecution, and court and probation policies regarding domestic violence cases.
