Fair Cross-Section Jury in WA: Paul Rivers Case
. The Washington Supreme Court recently considered whether King County violated a defendant’s right to a fair cross-section jury. Paul Rivers, a Black man, argued that...
Washington Courtroom Restraints: Supreme Court Holding Cell Ruling
In the recent case of State v. Luthi (No. 101828-2), the Washington Supreme Court addressed the issue of whether a criminal defendant can be required...
State v Keller Breath Test: Washington Supreme Court Ruling
In the case of State v. Austin River Keller, the Washington Supreme Court addressed the issue of breath test admissibility, specifically focusing on the Dräger...
RCW 9.98.010 Rights: Untried Charges in Washington
Navigating the legal landscape can be challenging, especially when it comes to understanding specific statutes like RCW 9.98.010. This law plays a crucial role in...
Seattle v Mesiani Case | Privacy Rights in Washington
Introduction In the landmark case of "Seattle v. Mesiani," the Washington State Supreme Court addressed a critical issue: the balance between public safety and individual...
Washington Speedy Trial Rights | State v. Kenyon Case
Introduction: In a significant 2009 legal decision, the Supreme Court of Washington made a pivotal ruling in State v. Kenyon (167 Wn. 2d 130), addressing...
Washington Eviction Moratorium Ruling Upheld by Supreme Court
Washington Supreme Court Upholds Eviction Moratorium During COVID-19 Pandemic In a 5-4 ruling on September 28, 2023, the Washington Supreme Court upheld the eviction moratorium...
Cruel and Unusual Punishment in the Williams Petition
Mr. Williams filed a personal restraint petition arguing the conditions of his confinement constituted cruel punishment in violation of the State and Federal Constitutions. Mr....