IRLJ 6.5 Rules Superseded: What It Means in Washington Traffic Cases
What Is IRLJ 6.5 Rules Superseded? IRLJ 6.5 Rules Superseded is a transition rule within Washington’s Infraction Rules for Courts of Limited Jurisdiction (IRLJ). The rule...
Washington Bail Bond Agent Licensing Requirements
Washington Bail Bond Agent Licensing Requirements Washington bail bond agent licensing is governed primarily by the Bail Bond Agents Act, Chapter 18.185 RCW, along with insurance...
I-90 Easton Crash Blocks Traffic Near Cle Elum
An I-90 Easton crash completely blocked eastbound Interstate 90 near Easton on Thursday afternoon, causing significant traffic delays and backing up vehicles for several miles. The two-vehicle...
Two Injured in Quincy Car Accident on SR-28
A Quincy car accident on State Route 28 left two people injured Thursday evening in Grant County. According to the Washington State Patrol, the three-vehicle collision occurred...
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...
Washington RPC 3.3: Candor Toward the Tribunal in Washington Courts
When you hire a lawyer, you expect strong advocacy. But Washington’s ethics rules make clear that advocacy has limits—especially when dealing with judges and the...
Washington RPC 3.2: Expediting Litigation Without Sacrificing Your Case
Washington court cases already take time. Washington RPC 3.2 exists to prevent lawyers from making that problem worse. The rule is short but powerful: a lawyer must...
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...
Washington RPC 3.1: Avoiding Frivolous Claims in Washington Courts
Washington lawyers have a duty to advocate zealously—but not at any cost. Washington RPC 3.1 (Meritorious Claims and Contentions) sets a core ethical boundary: an attorney must...