PER CURIAM.
We consider here whether district courts have the equitable power to issue mutual (or reciprocal) restraining orders in the absence of a petition specifically requesting that relief. We conclude that they do.
Robert and Diana Hough petitioned the district court under chapter 10.14 RCW for an order for protection from harassment by their neighbors, Frank and Susan Stockbridge. After a hearing, the district court issued protection orders preventing...
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