State v. Damon: Washington Supreme Court on Courtroom Restraints
State v. Damon Restraints Decision Explained In State v. Damon, 144 Wn.2d 686 (2001), the Washington Supreme Court reaffirmed a fundamental principle of criminal procedure: a defendant...
Washington Community Custody Conditions: Court of Appeals Reinforces Legal Limits
In a recent published decision from Division II of the Washington Court of Appeals (D2 No. 59459-5-II), the court issued an important ruling clarifying the...
GR 14.1: Washington’s Rule on Unpublished Appellate Opinions
GR 14.1 Unpublished Opinions Rule Explained GR 14.1 governs the use and citation of unpublished opinions issued by the Washington Court of Appeals. The rule clarifies...
RCW 2.06.040: Authority and Decisions of the Washington Court of Appeals
RCW 2.06.040 Court of Appeals Decision Authority Explained RCW 2.06.040 governs how the Washington Court of Appeals hears and decides cases. The statute establishes that cases...
Washington Senate Bill 5067: Lowering the DUI Blood Alcohol Limit
Introduction Washington Senate Bill 5067, often referred to as the Washington DUI bill 5067, is a proposed legislative change aimed at tightening the state’s impaired driving...
King County pay bail: how to post bail and bond in Seattle and Kent
When someone is booked into a King County adult jail, families often need a clear, reliable checklist for getting them released. King County pay bail procedures are...
State v. Yellowcalf and Single-Photo Identifications in Washington
Introduction In State v. Yellowcalf (2025), the Washington Court of Appeals clarified how courts must analyze single-photo identification Washington cases under constitutional due process standards. While courts recognize that...
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...