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probable cause hearing in Washington

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.

Followed or applied (27)

CaseFollowedCited
In re the Detention of Petersengreen
wash · 2002 · cited in 24 Washington opinions naming this issue, 2003–2024
2 sentences

2024The 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.

524
In Re the Detention of LaBellegreen
wash · 1986 · cited in 9 Washington opinions naming this issue, 2001–2026
2 sentences

2015The 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

59
Detention of Petersen v. Stategreen
wash · 2002 · cited in 17 Washington opinions naming this issue, 2003–2020
2 sentences

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.

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.

317
Illinois v. Gatesgreen
scotus · 1983 · cited in 4 Washington opinions naming this issue, 1984–2021
2 sentences

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." ...

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." ...

34
Brinegar v. United Statesgreen
scotus · 1949 · cited in 6 Washington opinions naming this issue, 2008–2010
2 sentences

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.

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.

26
United States v. Sokolowgreen
scotus · 1989 · cited in 3 Washington opinions naming this issue, 2008–2009
2 sentences

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.

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.

23
State v. Mendezred
wash · 1999 · cited in 3 Washington opinions naming this issue, 1999–2009
2 sentences

2009Because 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.

23
Michigan v. DeFillippogreen
scotus · 1979 · cited in 2 Washington opinions naming this issue, 2010–2010
22
In re the Detention of Williamsgreen
wash · 2002 · cited in 2 Washington opinions naming this issue, 2009–2009
22
In Re Detention of Williamsgreen
wash · 2002 · cited in 2 Washington opinions naming this issue, 2009–2009
22
Motley v. Parksgreen
ca9 · 2005 · cited in 2 Washington opinions naming this issue, 2009–2009
22
State v. Colegreen
wash · 1995 · cited in 2 Washington opinions naming this issue, 2001–2001
22
State v. Kinggreen
wash · 1979 · cited in 2 Washington opinions naming this issue, 2001–2001
22
Leslie v. Stategreen
alaskactapp · 1986 · cited in 2 Washington opinions naming this issue, 2000–2000
22
United States v. $250,000 in United States Currency, (Two Cases) Appeal of Amador Rodriguez-Ramos (Two Cases)green
ca1 · 1987 · cited in 2 Washington opinions naming this issue, 1990–1991
22
Matter of Personal Restraint of Youngred
wash · 1993 · cited in 7 Washington opinions naming this issue, 1999–2010
2 sentences

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).

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).

17
State v. McCuistiongreen
wash · 2012 · cited in 6 Washington opinions naming this issue, 2015–2024
2 sentences

2023“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 ].

16
State v. Nethgreen
wash · 2008 · cited in 6 Washington opinions naming this issue, 2010–2019
2 sentences

2019See 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.

16
State v. Nethgreen
wash · 2008 · cited in 6 Washington opinions naming this issue, 2010–2019
2 sentences

2019See 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.

16
In re the Detention of Petersengreen
wash · 1999 · cited in 5 Washington opinions naming this issue, 2002–2018
2 sentences

2018But 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).

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In Re Detention of Petersengreen
wash · 1999 · cited in 4 Washington opinions naming this issue, 2002–2018
2 sentences

2018But 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).

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In re the Detention of Ambersgreen
wash · 2007 · cited in 3 Washington opinions naming this issue, 2009–2015
2 sentences

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.

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.

13
Minnesota v. Dickersongreen
scotus · 1993 · cited in 3 Washington opinions naming this issue, 1994–2008
2 sentences

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.

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.

13
State v. Bergengreen
washctapp · 2008 · cited in 2 Washington opinions naming this issue, 2009–2009
12
State v. Broadnaxgreen
wash · 1982 · cited in 2 Washington opinions naming this issue, 2008–2008
12
No. 74--3074green
ca9 · 1976 · cited in 2 Washington opinions naming this issue, 1990–1991
12
Dunaway v. New Yorkgreen
scotus · 1979 · cited in 2 Washington opinions naming this issue, 1987–1988
12

Distinguished, questioned or overruled (0)

CaseNegativeCited
No negative-treatment citations attached to this issue in Washington. Read the followed side critically anyway.

Also cited on this issue (53)

CaseCitedYears
In Re The Detention Of: S.e. green
washctapp · 2017
2 sentences

2022In 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.

42018–2022
In Re the Detention Swanson green
wash · 1990
2 sentences

2023Swanson 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 .

32001–2023
State v. Lee green
washctapp · 2008
2 sentences

2019State v. Lee, 147 Wn.

2009Lee, 147 Wn.

32009–2019
Andresen v. Maryland green
scotus · 1976
2 sentences

2013Perrone, 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 ).

32013–2013
Terry v. Ohio green
scotus · 1968
2 sentences

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.

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.

31983–2010
State v. Mendez red
wash · 1999
2 sentences

2009Because 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.

31999–2009
D.A.H. v. Seattle Times Co. neutral
washctapp · 1996
2 sentences

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 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 .

31999–2008
Vitek v. Jones green
scotus · 1980
2 sentences

1999Id.

1999Id.

31982–1999
In Re Detention of RP green
washctapp · 1997
2 sentences

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.

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.

21999–2021
In re the Personal Restraint of Meirhofer green
wash · 2015
2 sentences

2016Restraint 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).

22016–2016
United States v. Warshak green
ca6 · 2010
2 sentences

2015Id. at 288 .

2015Id. at 288 .

22015–2015
State v. Maddox green
wash · 2004
2 sentences

2014Maddox, 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)).

22010–2014
State v. Vickers green
wash · 2002
2 sentences

2010State 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.

22010–2010
State v. Grande green
wash · 2008
22010–2010
State v. Potter green
wash · 2006
2 sentences

2010Potter, 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 .

22010–2010
State v. Vickers green
wash · 2002
2 sentences

2010State 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.

22010–2010
State v. Dorey neutral
washctapp · 2008
22010–2010
In re the Detention of Kistenmacher green
wash · 2008
22009–2009
In Re Detention of Ambers green
wash · 2007
22009–2009
State v. Solomon green
washctapp · 2002
22009–2009
In re the Detention of Strand neutral
washctapp · 2007
22009–2009
State v. Rankin green
wash · 2004
22008–2008
State v. Jones green
wash · 2002
22008–2008
State v. Rankin green
wash · 2004
22008–2008
Young v. State green
washctapp · 2004
22008–2008
State v. Jones green
wash · 2002
22008–2008
In re the Detention of Fox green
washctapp · 2007
22008–2008
Foucha v. Louisiana green
scotus · 1992
22007–2007
In re the Personal Restraint of Dutcher green
washctapp · 2002
22007–2007
State v. Hatchie green
washctapp · 2006
22007–2007
In re the Detention of Elmore green
washctapp · 2006
22007–2007
State v. J.P. green
wash · 2003
22006–2006
State v. JP green
wash · 2003
22006–2006
Erickson v. City Court of City of Phoenix green
ariz · 1969
22006–2006
Atwater v. City of Lago Vista green
scotus · 2001
22006–2006
State v. Wilcox green
wash · 1979
22005–2005
State v. Coates green
wash · 1987
22005–2005
Addington v. Texas green
scotus · 1979
22005–2005
Ornelas v. United States green
scotus · 1996
22002–2002
In re the Detention of Turay green
wash · 1999
22002–2002

Statutes the citing opinions construe

WA § Wash. Rev. Code § 71.09.090 (36) WA § Wash. Rev. Code § 71.09.020 (33) WA § Wash. Rev. Code § 71.05.240 (31) WA § Wash. Rev. Code § 71.09.070 (29) WA § Wash. Rev. Code § 71.09.060 (24) WA § Wash. Rev. Code § 71.05.020 (18) WA § Wash. Rev. Code § 71.09.040 (17) WA § Wash. Rev. Code § 71.05.310 (16) WA § Wash. Rev. Code § 10.31.100 (15) WA § Wash. Rev. Code § 71.05.150 (15) WA § Wash. Rev. Code § 71.05.010 (12) WA § Wash. Rev. Code § 2.06.040 (11)

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Where else courts name it

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