159 Washington opinions name it 2 courts 1973–2026 15 in the last five years
The cases below were cited by Washington courts in a sentence that names this issue. Sides come from how each citing opinion treated the case (Syfertize flag on that citation), so a case can appear on both: that is where the law is contested. A red or yellow chip is the case's own overall treatment.
| Case | Followed | Cited |
|---|---|---|
In re the Detention of Petersengreen2 sentences2024The Petersen court explicitly states: “A trial court’s legal conclusion of whether evidence meets the probable cause standard is reviewed de novo.” Id. at 799 (emphasis added).4 Therefore, our review of the trial court’s probable cause determination is de novo. 2009He has since obtained a temporary license in Washington and testified as an expert in In re Detention of Ambers, 160 Wn.2d 543 , 158 P.3d 1144 (2007). 145 Wn.2d 789, 817 , 42 P.3d 952 (2002) (Ireland, J., dissenting) (“[Former RCW 71.09.090(2)] does not require that all five [RCW 71.09.092] elements must be satisfied during a probable cause hearing. | 5 | 24 |
In Re the Detention of LaBellegreen2 sentences2015The State must also show the failure or inability to provide for essential needs presents "a high probability of serious physical harm within the near future unless adequate treatment is afforded." LaBelle, 107 Wn.2d at 204-05 . 4 RCW 71.05.240(3) states, in pertinent part: At the conclusion of the probable cause hearing, if the court finds by a preponderance of the evidence that such person, as the result of mental disorder, presents a likelihood of serious harm, or is gravely disabled, and, after considering less restrictive alternatives to involuntary detention and treatment, finds that no 2005Id. ¶19 In urging that LaBelle provides that a clear and convincing standard applies only in the case of indefinite commitment, the State overlooks the analysis in the case, including the importance attributed to the probable cause hearing under RCW 71.05.240 and its role in protecting the interests at stake, including the individual’s liberty interest, and in reducing the risk of an erroneous deprivation of the individual’s liberty interest. 11 In the case of commitment for mental health treatment and competency restoration under RCW 10.77.090(1)(d), there is no comparable hearing and no dete | 5 | 9 |
Detention of Petersen v. Stategreen2 sentences2009He has since obtained a temporary license in Washington and testified as an expert in In re Detention of Ambers, 160 Wn.2d 543 , 158 P.3d 1144 (2007). 145 Wn.2d 789, 817 , 42 P.3d 952 (2002) (Ireland, J., dissenting) (“[Former RCW 71.09.090(2)] does not require that all five [RCW 71.09.092] elements must be satisfied during a probable cause hearing. 2009He has since obtained a temporary license in Washington and testified as an expert in In re Det. of Ambers, 160 Wash.2d 543 , 158 P.3d 1144 (2007). [5] 145 Wash.2d 789, 817 , 42 P.3d 952 (2002) (Ireland, J., dissenting) ("[Former RCW 71.09.090(2)] does not require that all five [RCW 71.09.092] elements must be satisfied during a probable cause hearing. | 3 | 17 |
Illinois v. Gatesgreen2 sentences1984As stated by the Court in Illinois v. Gates, ___ U.S. ___, 76 L.Ed.2d 527 , 103 S.Ct. 2317, 2328 (1983) (quoting United States v. Cortez, 449 U.S. 411, 418 , 66 L.Ed.2d 621 , 101 S.Ct. 690 (1981)): Perhaps the central teaching of our decisions bearing on the probable cause standard is that it is a "practical, nontechnical conception." ... 1984As stated by the Court in Illinois v. Gates, ___ U.S. ___, 76 L.Ed.2d 527 , 103 S.Ct. 2317, 2328 (1983) (quoting United States v. Cortez, 449 U.S. 411, 418 , 66 L.Ed.2d 621 , 101 S.Ct. 690 (1981)): Perhaps the central teaching of our decisions bearing on the probable cause standard is that it is a "practical, nontechnical conception." ... | 3 | 4 |
Brinegar v. United Statesgreen2 sentences2010State v. Vickers, 148 Wn.2d 91, 108 , 59 P.3d 58 (2002). 2 “The probable cause requirement is a fact-based determination that represents a compromise between the competing interests of enforcing the law and protecting the individual’s right to privacy.” State v. Neth, 165 Wn.2d 177, 182 , 196 P.3d 658 (2008) (citing Brinegar v. United States, 338 U.S. 160, 176 , 69 S. Ct. 1302 , 93 L. 2010State v. Vickers, 148 Wn.2d 91, 108 , 59 P.3d 58 (2002). 2 “The probable cause requirement is a fact-based determination that represents a compromise between the competing interests of enforcing the law and protecting the individual’s right to privacy.” State v. Neth, 165 Wn.2d 177, 182 , 196 P.3d 658 (2008) (citing Brinegar v. United States, 338 U.S. 160, 176 , 69 S. Ct. 1302 , 93 L. | 2 | 6 |
United States v. Sokolowgreen2 sentences2009Lee, 147 Wash.App. at 921-22 , 199 P.3d 445 (citing United States v. Sokolow, 490 U.S. 1, 7 , 109 S.Ct. 1581 , 104 L.Ed.2d 1 (1989)). [5] ¶ 26 The trial court's conclusion that the police observations confirming the informant's tip were "innocuous" was likewise unfounded. 2009Lee, 147 Wash.App. at 921-22 , 199 P.3d 445 (citing United States v. Sokolow, 490 U.S. 1, 7 , 109 S.Ct. 1581 , 104 L.Ed.2d 1 (1989)). [5] ¶ 26 The trial court's conclusion that the police observations confirming the informant's tip were "innocuous" was likewise unfounded. | 2 | 3 |
State v. Mendezred2 sentences2009Because article I, section 7 jurisprudence is parallel to Fourth Amendment jurisprudence in the Terry stop context, other than with regard to the so-called "pretext stop," see State v. Ladson, 138 Wash.2d 343, 358 , 979 P.2d 833 (1999), this clarification is equally applicable here. [7] Again, this holding addressed the more stringent probable cause standard. [8] An appellate court reviewing a CrR 3.5 suppression order "must determine de novo whether the trial court `derived proper conclusions of law' from its findings of fact." State v. Solomon, 114 Wash.App. 781, 789 , 60 P.3d 1215 (2002) (q 1999These statutes establish that an officer must have probable cause to believe that an traffic infraction has been committed in order to make a stop. 12 See generally State v. Mendez, 137 Wn.2d 208, 211-12, 219, 220 , 970 P.2d 722 (1999) (referring to probable cause to stop a vehicle for a traffic infraction). 13 Because the relevant statutes encompass a probable cause standard, they codify a constitutionally valid standard for warrantless traffic stops. | 2 | 3 |
| Michigan v. DeFillippogreen | 2 | 2 |
| In re the Detention of Williamsgreen | 2 | 2 |
| In Re Detention of Williamsgreen | 2 | 2 |
| Motley v. Parksgreen | 2 | 2 |
| State v. Colegreen | 2 | 2 |
| State v. Kinggreen | 2 | 2 |
| Leslie v. Stategreen | 2 | 2 |
| United States v. $250,000 in United States Currency, (Two Cases) Appeal of Amador Rodriguez-Ramos (Two Cases)green | 2 | 2 |
Matter of Personal Restraint of Youngred2 sentences2010Restraint of Young, 122 Wn.2d 1 , 857 P.2d 989 (1993) (upholding the recently enacted SVP law, which contained a provision identical to current RCW 71.09.040(4)); see also id. at 43 (describing how 72 hours of evaluation and treatment occurs under the involuntary commitment act, chapter 71.05 RCW, before the probable cause hearing). 2010Restraint of Young, 122 Wn.2d 1 , 857 P.2d 989 (1993) (upholding the recently enacted SVP law, which contained a provision identical to current RCW 71.09.040(4)); see also id. at 43 (describing how 72 hours of evaluation and treatment occurs under the involuntary commitment act, chapter 71.05 RCW, before the probable cause hearing). | 1 | 7 |
State v. McCuistiongreen2 sentences2023“While the probable cause standard is not a stringent one, it allows the court to perform a critical gate-keeping function.” The court “must assume the truth of the evidence presented” but at the same time “must determine whether the asserted evidence, if believed, is sufficient to establish the proposition its proponent intends to prove.” McCuistion, 174 Wn.2d at 382 . -4- No. 82912-2-I/5 II. 2023The Supreme Court has expressly stated that at a probable cause hearing, the trial court “is entitled to consider all of the evidence, including evidence submitted by the State.” McCuistion [ 174 Wn.2d at 382 ]. | 1 | 6 |
State v. Nethgreen2 sentences2019See State v. Neth, 165 Wn.2d 177, 185-86 , 196 P.3d 658 (2008) (holding that a prior criminal history of similar crimes is not enough on its own, but with other evidence may meet the higher probable cause standard). 2010State v. Vickers, 148 Wn.2d 91, 108 , 59 P.3d 58 (2002). 2 “The probable cause requirement is a fact-based determination that represents a compromise between the competing interests of enforcing the law and protecting the individual’s right to privacy.” State v. Neth, 165 Wn.2d 177, 182 , 196 P.3d 658 (2008) (citing Brinegar v. United States, 338 U.S. 160, 176 , 69 S. Ct. 1302 , 93 L. | 1 | 6 |
State v. Nethgreen2 sentences2019See State v. Neth, 165 Wn.2d 177, 185-86 , 196 P.3d 658 (2008) (holding that a prior criminal history of similar crimes is not enough on its own, but with other evidence may meet the higher probable cause standard). 2010State v. Vickers, 148 Wn.2d 91, 108 , 59 P.3d 58 (2002). 2 “The probable cause requirement is a fact-based determination that represents a compromise between the competing interests of enforcing the law and protecting the individual’s right to privacy.” State v. Neth, 165 Wn.2d 177, 182 , 196 P.3d 658 (2008) (citing Brinegar v. United States, 338 U.S. 160, 176 , 69 S. Ct. 1302 , 93 L. | 1 | 6 |
In re the Detention of Petersengreen2 sentences2018But this comparison ignores the fundamental difference that the former is being appealed following a trial on its merits and the other is a threshold determination whether a trial is warranted. 4 No. 76851-4-1/5 limitations on her liberties.14 But a successful petition for final release necessarily results in termination of any court jurisdiction over the person, leaving nothing else for the court to do.15 The State relies heavily on In re Detention of Petersen to argue against Coleman's right to appeal, but Petersen is inapposite because it addresses interlocutory circumstances akin to a peti 2009Indeed, we have previously rejected an overarching right to counsel, stating that “[i]f RCW 71.09.050(1) truly represents the overarching statutory grant of the right to counsel at all stages of all proceedings under the entire chapter, the grant of the right to counsel in [RCW 71.09.090(2)] is surplusage.” In re Det. of Petersen, 138 Wn.2d 70, 92 , 980 P.2d 1204 (1999). | 1 | 5 |
In Re Detention of Petersengreen2 sentences2018But this comparison ignores the fundamental difference that the former is being appealed following a trial on its merits and the other is a threshold determination whether a trial is warranted. 4 No. 76851-4-1/5 limitations on her liberties.14 But a successful petition for final release necessarily results in termination of any court jurisdiction over the person, leaving nothing else for the court to do.15 The State relies heavily on In re Detention of Petersen to argue against Coleman's right to appeal, but Petersen is inapposite because it addresses interlocutory circumstances akin to a peti 2009Indeed, we have previously rejected an overarching right to counsel, stating that “[i]f RCW 71.09.050(1) truly represents the overarching statutory grant of the right to counsel at all stages of all proceedings under the entire chapter, the grant of the right to counsel in [RCW 71.09.090(2)] is surplusage.” In re Det. of Petersen, 138 Wn.2d 70, 92 , 980 P.2d 1204 (1999). | 1 | 4 |
In re the Detention of Ambersgreen2 sentences2009He has since obtained a temporary license in Washington and testified as an expert in In re Detention of Ambers, 160 Wn.2d 543 , 158 P.3d 1144 (2007). 145 Wn.2d 789, 817 , 42 P.3d 952 (2002) (Ireland, J., dissenting) (“[Former RCW 71.09.090(2)] does not require that all five [RCW 71.09.092] elements must be satisfied during a probable cause hearing. 2009He has since obtained a temporary license in Washington and testified as an expert in In re Det. of Ambers, 160 Wash.2d 543 , 158 P.3d 1144 (2007). [5] 145 Wash.2d 789, 817 , 42 P.3d 952 (2002) (Ireland, J., dissenting) ("[Former RCW 71.09.090(2)] does not require that all five [RCW 71.09.092] elements must be satisfied during a probable cause hearing. | 1 | 3 |
Minnesota v. Dickersongreen2 sentences2008App. at 202 . ¶20 “[W]hile an occupant may be detained during the execution of a residential search warrant, this limited exception to the probable cause requirement does not extend to those merely present on the premises.” State v. Broadnax, 98 Wn.2d 289, 304 , 654 P.2d 96 (1982), overruled on other grounds by Minnesota v. Dickerson, 508 U.S. 366 , 113 S. Ct. 2130 , 124 L. 2008App. at 202 . ¶20 “[W]hile an occupant may be detained during the execution of a residential search warrant, this limited exception to the probable cause requirement does not extend to those merely present on the premises.” State v. Broadnax, 98 Wn.2d 289, 304 , 654 P.2d 96 (1982), overruled on other grounds by Minnesota v. Dickerson, 508 U.S. 366 , 113 S. Ct. 2130 , 124 L. | 1 | 3 |
| State v. Bergengreen | 1 | 2 |
| State v. Broadnaxgreen | 1 | 2 |
| No. 74--3074green | 1 | 2 |
| Dunaway v. New Yorkgreen | 1 | 2 |
| Case | Negative | Cited |
|---|---|---|
| No negative-treatment citations attached to this issue in Washington. Read the followed side critically anyway. | ||
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In Re The Detention Of: S.e.
green
2 sentences2022In re Det. of S.E., 199 Wn. 2021Firearms are routinely surrendered at the time of voluntary or involuntary commitment and can be retrieved after “sanity” has been 3“Indeed, there was no territorial proceeding akin to the probable cause hearing provided for in RCW 71.05.240.” S.E., 199 Wn. | 4 | 2018–2022 |
In Re the Detention Swanson
green
2 sentences2023Swanson concerned the timing of a probable cause hearing for a 14-day involuntary treatment petition. 115 Wn.2d at 23 . 2001MPR 2.2(c); RCW 71.05.170, .180, .240; Swanson, 115 Wn.2d at 33 . | 3 | 2001–2023 |
State v. Lee
green
2 sentences2019State v. Lee, 147 Wn. 2009Lee, 147 Wn. | 3 | 2009–2019 |
Andresen v. Maryland
green
2 sentences2013Perrone, 119 Wn. 2d at 545 ( internal quotation marks omitted) ( quoting Andresen, 427 U.S. at 480 ). 2013Perrone, 119 Wn.2d at 545 (internal quotation marks omitted) (quoting Andresen, 427 U.S. at 480 ). | 3 | 2013–2013 |
Terry v. Ohio
green
2 sentences1983A narrow exception to the probable cause requirement provides that "police may briefly detain and question an individual", although probable cause is lacking, "if they have a well founded suspicion based on objective facts that he is connected to actual or potential criminal activity." State v. Sieler, 95 Wn.2d 43, 46 , 621 P.2d 1272 (1980); Terry v. Ohio, 392 U.S. 1 , 20 L. 1983A narrow exception to the probable cause requirement provides that "police may briefly detain and question an individual", although probable cause is lacking, "if they have a well founded suspicion based on objective facts that he is connected to actual or potential criminal activity." State v. Sieler, 95 Wn.2d 43, 46 , 621 P.2d 1272 (1980); Terry v. Ohio, 392 U.S. 1 , 20 L. | 3 | 1983–2010 |
State v. Mendez
red
2 sentences2009Because article I, section 7 jurisprudence is parallel to Fourth Amendment jurisprudence in the Terry stop context, other than with regard to the so-called "pretext stop," see State v. Ladson, 138 Wash.2d 343, 358 , 979 P.2d 833 (1999), this clarification is equally applicable here. [7] Again, this holding addressed the more stringent probable cause standard. [8] An appellate court reviewing a CrR 3.5 suppression order "must determine de novo whether the trial court `derived proper conclusions of law' from its findings of fact." State v. Solomon, 114 Wash.App. 781, 789 , 60 P.3d 1215 (2002) (q 1999These statutes establish that an officer must have probable cause to believe that an traffic infraction has been committed in order to make a stop. 12 See generally State v. Mendez, 137 Wn.2d 208, 211-12, 219, 220 , 970 P.2d 722 (1999) (referring to probable cause to stop a vehicle for a traffic infraction). 13 Because the relevant statutes encompass a probable cause standard, they codify a constitutionally valid standard for warrantless traffic stops. | 3 | 1999–2009 |
D.A.H. v. Seattle Times Co.
neutral
2 sentences2008Analogizing the probable cause hearing to a probable cause hearing held pursuant to chapter 71.05 RCW, we reasoned that MPR 1.3 establishes a presumption of closure that can be rebutted only if the person subject to commitment consents to an open proceeding or if there are “extraordinary circumstances.” DAM., 84 Wn. 2008Analogizing the probable cause hearing to a probable cause hearing held pursuant to chapter 71.05 RCW, we reasoned that MPR 1.3 establishes a presumption of closure that can only be rebutted if the person subject to commitment consents to an open proceeding or if there are "extraordinary circumstances." D.A.H., 84 Wash.App. at 109-10 , 924 P.2d 49 . | 3 | 1999–2008 |
Vitek v. Jones
green
2 sentences1999Id. 1999Id. | 3 | 1982–1999 |
In Re Detention of RP
green
2 sentences1999In re Detention of R.P., 89 Wash.App. 212, 217 , 948 P.2d 856 (1997). [5] The dissent argues the petitioners lacked notice of the probable cause hearing because of the absence of a physician's signature. 1999In re Detention of R.P., 89 Wash.App. 212, 217 , 948 P.2d 856 (1997). [5] The dissent argues the petitioners lacked notice of the probable cause hearing because of the absence of a physician's signature. | 2 | 1999–2021 |
In re the Personal Restraint of Meirhofer
green
2 sentences2016Restraint of Meirhofer, 182 Wn.2d 632 , 343 P.3d 731 (2015) (explaining the probable cause hearing for sexually violent predators). 2016Restraint of Meirhofer, 182 Wn.2d 632 , 343 P.3d 731 (2015) (explaining the probable cause hearing for sexually violent predators). | 2 | 2016–2016 |
United States v. Warshak
green
2 sentences2015Id. at 288 . 2015Id. at 288 . | 2 | 2015–2015 |
State v. Maddox
green
2 sentences2014Maddox, 152 Wn.2d at 505 . 2010"Probable cause exists where there are facts and circumstances sufficient to establish a reasonable inference that the defendant is involved in criminal activity and that evidence of the criminal activity can be found at the place to be searched." State v. Maddox, 152 Wash.2d 499, 505 , 98 P.3d 1199 (2004) (citing State v. Thein, 138 Wash.2d 133, 140 , 977 P.2d 582 (1999)). | 2 | 2010–2014 |
State v. Vickers
green
2 sentences2010State v. Vickers, 148 Wash.2d 91, 108 , 59 P.3d 58 (2002). [2] "The probable cause requirement is a fact-based determination that represents a compromise between the competing interests of enforcing the law and protecting the individual's right to privacy." State v. Neth, 165 Wash.2d 177, 182 , 196 P.3d 658 (2008) (citing Brinegar v. United States, 338 U.S. 160, 176 , 69 S.Ct. 1302 , 93 L.Ed. 1879 (1949)). 2010State v. Vickers, 148 Wn.2d 91, 108 , 59 P.3d 58 (2002). 2 “The probable cause requirement is a fact-based determination that represents a compromise between the competing interests of enforcing the law and protecting the individual’s right to privacy.” State v. Neth, 165 Wn.2d 177, 182 , 196 P.3d 658 (2008) (citing Brinegar v. United States, 338 U.S. 160, 176 , 69 S. Ct. 1302 , 93 L. | 2 | 2010–2010 |
| State v. Grande green | 2 | 2010–2010 |
State v. Potter
green
2 sentences2010Potter, 156 Wn.2d at 840 ; accord DeFillippo, 443 U.S. at 37 . 2010Potter, 156 Wash.2d at 840 , 132 P.3d 1089 ; accord DeFillippo, 443 U.S. at 37 , 99 S.Ct. 2627 . | 2 | 2010–2010 |
State v. Vickers
green
2 sentences2010State v. Vickers, 148 Wash.2d 91, 108 , 59 P.3d 58 (2002). [2] "The probable cause requirement is a fact-based determination that represents a compromise between the competing interests of enforcing the law and protecting the individual's right to privacy." State v. Neth, 165 Wash.2d 177, 182 , 196 P.3d 658 (2008) (citing Brinegar v. United States, 338 U.S. 160, 176 , 69 S.Ct. 1302 , 93 L.Ed. 1879 (1949)). 2010State v. Vickers, 148 Wn.2d 91, 108 , 59 P.3d 58 (2002). 2 “The probable cause requirement is a fact-based determination that represents a compromise between the competing interests of enforcing the law and protecting the individual’s right to privacy.” State v. Neth, 165 Wn.2d 177, 182 , 196 P.3d 658 (2008) (citing Brinegar v. United States, 338 U.S. 160, 176 , 69 S. Ct. 1302 , 93 L. | 2 | 2010–2010 |
| State v. Dorey neutral | 2 | 2010–2010 |
| In re the Detention of Kistenmacher green | 2 | 2009–2009 |
| In Re Detention of Ambers green | 2 | 2009–2009 |
| State v. Solomon green | 2 | 2009–2009 |
| In re the Detention of Strand neutral | 2 | 2009–2009 |
| State v. Rankin green | 2 | 2008–2008 |
| State v. Jones green | 2 | 2008–2008 |
| State v. Rankin green | 2 | 2008–2008 |
| Young v. State green | 2 | 2008–2008 |
| State v. Jones green | 2 | 2008–2008 |
| In re the Detention of Fox green | 2 | 2008–2008 |
| Foucha v. Louisiana green | 2 | 2007–2007 |
| In re the Personal Restraint of Dutcher green | 2 | 2007–2007 |
| State v. Hatchie green | 2 | 2007–2007 |
| In re the Detention of Elmore green | 2 | 2007–2007 |
| State v. J.P. green | 2 | 2006–2006 |
| State v. JP green | 2 | 2006–2006 |
| Erickson v. City Court of City of Phoenix green | 2 | 2006–2006 |
| Atwater v. City of Lago Vista green | 2 | 2006–2006 |
| State v. Wilcox green | 2 | 2005–2005 |
| State v. Coates green | 2 | 2005–2005 |
| Addington v. Texas green | 2 | 2005–2005 |
| Ornelas v. United States green | 2 | 2002–2002 |
| In re the Detention of Turay green | 2 | 2002–2002 |
Counted by distinct opinions that both name this issue and are annotated to the section; sections every opinion cites regardless of issue are not filtered here, so read the counts against the total above.
Opinions by the citing court's state. A doctrine retained in one state and abandoned in another shows up here as a year span that stalls.