Understanding IRLJ 2.6 – Scheduling of Hearings in Washington Courts
Introduction Washington’s Infraction Rules for Courts of Limited Jurisdiction (IRLJ) set the procedures for how infraction cases—such as traffic tickets and other minor violation matters—are handled in...
Understanding Washington’s IRLJ 2.5 – Failure to Respond
In Washington State, the Infraction Rules for Courts of Limited Jurisdiction (IRLJ) govern how minor civil infractions—such as traffic tickets—are handled in district and municipal courts. One...
Injured in a Semi-Truck DUI Accident in Washington? Know Your Legal Rights
A serious semi-truck DUI accident on Interstate 90 in Kittitas County has raised significant concerns about roadway safety and driver accountability. On a snowy Saturday...
IRLJ 3.1 Discovery Procedures: What You Need to Know for Your Hearing
Contesting a traffic or civil infraction in Washington means preparing for a hearing — and part of that preparation involves understanding the discovery procedures outlined in...
Understanding IRLJ 3.1 — Contested Hearings & Preliminary Procedures in Washington Infraction Cases
When someone in Washington State chooses to contest a notice of infraction — such as a traffic ticket — the process is not simply a...
Understanding IRLJ 2.6 — Scheduling Hearings in Washington Infraction Cases
When a person receives a notice of infraction in Washington State — such as a traffic ticket — the law gives them the right to a hearing...
Understanding IRLJ 2.5 — Failure to Respond to a Notice of Infraction in Washington Courts
When you receive a notice of infraction in Washington State — for example, a traffic ticket — you are legally required to respond to it within a...
Understanding WAC 204‑24‑050 — Use of Tire Chains and Other Traction Devices in Washington
Washington’s administrative regulations include specific safety rules for vehicles traveling in winter and hazardous conditions. One of these is WAC 204‑24‑050, a section of the Washington Administrative...
Understanding RCW 47.36.250: Dangerous Road Conditions and Winter Traction Requirements in Washington
Winter driving in Washington State can present serious hazards — especially on mountain passes and rural highways where snow, ice, and steep grades are common. RCW 47.36.250 empowers...
Snoqualmie Pass Chain Requirements: What Washington Drivers Need to Know
When winter weather hits the Cascade Mountains, Washington drivers need to be prepared. The Snoqualmie Pass chain requirements are a critical part of safe—and legal—travel through this...