A Washington Harassment No Contact Order (sometimes referred to as a "no contact order") is a court order issued in the state of Washington to protect victims of harassment from further contact with the perpetrator. It can be issued as part of a criminal case or as a civil restraining order. The order typically prohibits the defendant from contacting the victim in any way, including in person, by phone, by email, or by other means. It may also include restrictions on the defendant's ability to approach or be in proximity to the victim and their residence or place of work. There are two types of Washington Harassment No Contact Order: a criminal no contact order and a civil no contact order. A criminal no contact order is issued in criminal court proceedings as part of the sentencing and is enforced by law enforcement. A civil no contact order is issued in civil court proceedings and is enforced by the court.