RCW 4.12.050: Notice of Disqualification
Introduction Under Washington law, the notice of disqualification statute (RCW 4.12.050) provides parties and attorneys the right to disqualify a judge in a superior court case. This article...
Washington RPC 1.18 Duties: Duties to Prospective Clients
Washington RPC 1.18 establishes the ethical duties and responsibilities lawyers owe to prospective clients, even if no formal client-lawyer relationship is formed. This rule is...
RCW 46.37.390 Muffler Law: Noise & Emission Rules in Washington
🚗 Introduction Under RCW 46.37.390, Washington law regulates muffler requirements, exhaust modifications, and vehicle smoke emissions. This statute ensures vehicles operate safely and minimize excessive noise...
State v. Rich: DUI Is Not Enough – Reckless Endangerment Requires More
Introduction State v. Rich, 184 Wn.2d 897, 365 P.3d 746 (2016), clarified that while a DUI conviction may involve dangerous behavior, it does not automatically support...
Prelicense Training Requirements: RCW 18.185.260
Introduction Under Washington law, individuals seeking licensure as bail bond recovery agents must complete prescribed training and testing. RCW 18.185.260 sets out the prelicense training requirements, detailing minimum hours,...
Annual Training & Recertification: WAC 308‑19‑330 Explained
Introduction WAC 308‑19‑330 mandates annual continued education requirements and recertification protocols for licensed bail bond recovery agents in Washington State. The rule ensures ongoing competence and accountability in the...
Understanding WAC 308‑19‑400: Brief Adjudicative Proceedings
Introduction Under Washington’s administrative regulatory code, WAC 308‑19‑400 governs brief adjudicative proceedings for matters related to bail-bond licensing and regulatory enforcement by the Department of Licensing under Chapter 18.185 RCW....
RCW 46.64.048 Accomplice Liability for Traffic Offenses in Washington
Introduction RCW 46.64.048 accomplice liability establishes that anyone who aids, abets, encourages, or participates in a traffic offense can be held legally responsible as if they...
Minimum Education Requirements under WAC 308‑19‑320
Introduction Washington’s WAC 308‑19‑320 sets the minimum education requirements for individuals applying for a license or endorsement as a bail bond recovery agent under RCW 18.185. This rule ensures candidates meet baseline qualifications before...
Records Used in a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding under WAC 308‑19‑410
Introduction In Washington State, WAC 308‑19‑410 outlines the specific documents and materials that form the preliminary record in brief adjudicative proceedings. These proceedings are administrative hearings conducted by the...