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reliability requirement in Washington

54 Washington opinions name it 2 courts 1987–2025 6 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 (16)

CaseFollowedCited
State v. Sielergreen
wash · 1980 · cited in 3 Washington opinions naming this issue, 2014–2025
2 sentences

2025Id. at 48 n.1.

2014See Sieler, 95 Wn.2d at 48 ; Hopkins, 128 Wn.

23
State v. Z.U.E.green
wash · 2015 · cited in 2 Washington opinions naming this issue, 2023–2023
2 sentences

2023Instead, the court acknowledged that although the Aguilar-Spinelli test is relevant and useful to the reliability analysis, “a more flexible approach is needed and that each case requires an individualized review of the circumstances.” Z.U.E., 183 Wn.2d at 621, 624 .

2023App. at 862-63 ; Z.U.E., 183 Wn.2d at 620 (“[W]e acknowledge that both the ‘veracity’ and ‘factual basis’ prongs are helpful to the reliability inquiry but we decline to adopt a rule whereby each prong is treated as a necessary element.”).

22
State v. Leegreen
washctapp · 2008 · cited in 3 Washington opinions naming this issue, 2009–2015
2 sentences

2015App. 912, 918 , 199 P.3d 445 (2008). ¶22 To resolve this apparent split, we acknowledge that both the “veracity” and “factual basis” prongs are helpful to the reliability inquiry but we decline to adopt a rule whereby each prong is treated as a necessary element.

2015App. 918, 199 P.3d 445 (2008). "ro resolve this apparent split, we acknowledge that both the "veracity" and "factual basis" prongs are helpful to the reliability inquiry but we decline to adopt a rule whereby each prong is treated as a necessary element.

13
Florida v. JLgreen
scotus · 2000 · cited in 2 Washington opinions naming this issue, 2001–2019
2 sentences

2019The Supreme Court refused to modify the reliability analysis for anonymous tips of illegal possession of a firearm, holding, “The reasonable suspicion here at issue requires that a tip be reliable in its assertion of illegality, not just in its tendency to identify a determinate person.” J.L., 529 U.S. at 272 (emphasis added).

2001Id. at 273, 120 S.Ct. 1375 , unnumbered footnote.

12
State v. Smithgreen
wash · 1982 · cited in 2 Washington opinions naming this issue, 2014–2016
2 sentences

2016He argues that the reliability test articulated in State v. Smith, 97 Wn.2d 856, 863 , 651 P.2d 207 (1982), is invalid after the United States Supreme Court’s opinion in Crawford v. Washington, 541 U.S. 36 , 124 S. Ct. 1354 , 158 L.

2016He argues that the reliability test articulated in State v. Smith, 97 Wn.2d 856, 863 , 651 P.2d 207 (1982), is invalid after the United States Supreme Court’s opinion in Crawford v. Washington, 541 U.S. 36 , 124 S. Ct. 1354 , 158 L.

12
State v. Greengreen
washctapp · 2014 · cited in 1 Washington opinions naming this issue, 2021–2021
1 sentence

2021See Green, 182 Wn.

11
State v. Whelchelgreen
wash · 1990 · cited in 1 Washington opinions naming this issue, 2019–2019
1 sentence

2019The trial court did not err by applying the nine-factor reliability test, and did not abuse its discretion when it concluded that the hearsay statements were unreliable and, therefore, inadmissible.22 21 Indeed, other cases confirm that the reliability requirement was originally imposed to prevent the admission of unreliable exculpatory statements. ~ Whelchel, 115 Wn.2d at 716 (“The rule itself expressly requires corroboration only of statements exculpating the accused.

11
Richard Boyer v. Kevin Chappellgreen
ca9 · 2015 · cited in 1 Washington opinions naming this issue, 2018–2018
1 sentence

2018The Court concluded, "[T]tle Due Process Clause does not require a preliminary judicial inquiry into the reliability of an eyewitness identification when the identification was not procured under unnecessarily suggestive circumstances arranged by law enforcement." Perry, 565 U.S. at 248 ; see also Boyer v. Chappell, 793 F.3d 1092, 1100 (9th Cir. 2015)(Under Perry, a preliminary reliability analysis is not required unless the identification is procured by law enforcement.).

11
State v. Northnessgreen
washctapp · 1978 · cited in 1 Washington opinions naming this issue, 2016–2016
11
United States v. John T. Livingston, United States of America v. David Coylegreen
cadc · 1981 · cited in 1 Washington opinions naming this issue, 2016–2016
11
McManamon v. Washkogreen
pasuperct · 2006 · cited in 1 Washington opinions naming this issue, 2015–2015
11
United States v. Murphygreen
ca9 · 2008 · cited in 1 Washington opinions naming this issue, 2014–2014
11
State v. Randallgreen
washctapp · 1994 · cited in 1 Washington opinions naming this issue, 2009–2009
11
State v. Leegreen
washctapp · 2008 · cited in 1 Washington opinions naming this issue, 2009–2009
11
State v. Florczakgreen
washctapp · 1994 · cited in 1 Washington opinions naming this issue, 1998–1998
11
State v. Leavittgreen
wash · 1988 · cited in 1 Washington opinions naming this issue, 1991–1991
11

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 (49)

CaseCitedYears
Crawford v. Washington green
scotus · 2004
2 sentences

2016He argues that the reliability test articulated in State v. Smith, 97 Wn.2d 856, 863 , 651 P.2d 207 (1982), is invalid after the United States Supreme Court’s opinion in Crawford v. Washington, 541 U.S. 36 , 124 S. Ct. 1354 , 158 L.

2016He argues that the reliability test articulated in State v. Smith, 97 Wn.2d 856, 863 , 651 P.2d 207 (1982), is invalid after the United States Supreme Court’s opinion in Crawford v. Washington, 541 U.S. 36 , 124 S. Ct. 1354 , 158 L.

62006–2016
State v. Ryan green
wash · 1984
2 sentences

2016In determining the reliability of child hearsay statements, the trial court considers the reliability factors stated in Ryan, 103 Wn.2d at 175-76 . 9 No. 46733-0-II reasonably pertinent to diagnosis or treatment.” This exception applies to statements reasonably pertinent to diagnosis or treatment.

2012In State v. Shafer, 156 Wn.2d 381, 391 , 128 P.3d 87 (2006), this court held that a child’s spontaneous statements to her mother were not testimonial and that the child’s statements were admissible “if there is compliance with RCW 9A.44.120 and the [State v.] Ryan reliability factors.” Thus, we need only consider whether [the victim’s] statements were admissible under RCW 9A.44.120 and the reliability factors laid out in State v. Ryan, 103 Wn.2d 165 , 691 P.2d 197 (1984).

62006–2016
Ohio v. Roberts red
scotus · 1980
2 sentences

2006The Crawford Court rejected the reliability test for testimonial statements derived from Ohio v. Roberts, 448 U.S. 56, 66 , 100 S. Ct. 2531 , 65 L.

2006The Crawford Court rejected the reliability test for testimonial statements derived from Ohio v. Roberts, 448 U.S. 56, 66 , 100 S. Ct. 2531 , 65 L.

51996–2006
Spinelli v. United States red
scotus · 1969
2 sentences

2014Contrary to Wenger's assertions, the legal standard for determining reasonable suspicion based on an informant's tip is the "totality of the circumstances" test, not the two-part reliability analysis derived from Aquilar v. Texas, 378 U.S. 108 , 84 S.Ct. 1509 , 12 LEd.2d 723 (1964), and Spinelli v. United States, 393 U.S. 410 , 89 S.Ct. 584 , 21 LEd.2d 637 (1969).

2014Contrary to Wenger's assertions, the legal standard for determining reasonable suspicion based on an informant's tip is the "totality of the circumstances" test, not the two-part reliability analysis derived from Aquilar v. Texas, 378 U.S. 108 , 84 S.Ct. 1509 , 12 LEd.2d 723 (1964), and Spinelli v. United States, 393 U.S. 410 , 89 S.Ct. 584 , 21 LEd.2d 637 (1969).

42009–2018
Aguilar v. Texas red
scotus · 1964
2 sentences

2018This test is distinct from the two-part reliability inquiry derived from Aguilar v. Texas, 378 U.S. 108 , 84 S. Ct. 1509 , 12 L.

2018This test is distinct from the two-part reliability inquiry derived from Aguilar v. Texas, 378 U.S. 108 , 84 S. Ct. 1509 , 12 L.

42009–2018
State v. Shafer green
wash · 2006
2 sentences

2012In State v. Shafer, 156 Wn.2d 381, 391 , 128 P.3d 87 (2006), this court held that a child’s spontaneous statements to her mother were not testimonial and that the child’s statements were admissible “if there is compliance with RCW 9A.44.120 and the [State v.] Ryan reliability factors.” Thus, we need only consider whether [the victim’s] statements were admissible under RCW 9A.44.120 and the reliability factors laid out in State v. Ryan, 103 Wn.2d 165 , 691 P.2d 197 (1984).

2006In State v. Shafer, 156 Wn.2d 381, 391 , 128 P.3d 87 (2006), this court held that a child’s spontaneous statements to her mother were not testimonial and that the child’s statements were admissible “if there is compliance with RCW 9A.44.120 and the [State v.] Ryan reliability factors.” Thus, we need consider only whether W.R.’s statements were admissible under RCW 9A.44.120 and the reliability factors laid out in State v. Ryan, 103 Wn.2d 165 , 691 P.2d 197 (1984).

32006–2012
State v. Shafer green
wash · 2006
2 sentences

2012In State v. Shafer, 156 Wn.2d 381, 391 , 128 P.3d 87 (2006), this court held that a child’s spontaneous statements to her mother were not testimonial and that the child’s statements were admissible “if there is compliance with RCW 9A.44.120 and the [State v.] Ryan reliability factors.” Thus, we need only consider whether [the victim’s] statements were admissible under RCW 9A.44.120 and the reliability factors laid out in State v. Ryan, 103 Wn.2d 165 , 691 P.2d 197 (1984).

2006In State v. Shafer, 156 Wn.2d 381, 391 , 128 P.3d 87 (2006), this court held that a child’s spontaneous statements to her mother were not testimonial and that the child’s statements were admissible “if there is compliance with RCW 9A.44.120 and the [State v.] Ryan reliability factors.” Thus, we need consider only whether W.R.’s statements were admissible under RCW 9A.44.120 and the reliability factors laid out in State v. Ryan, 103 Wn.2d 165 , 691 P.2d 197 (1984).

32006–2012
Manson v. Brathwaite green
scotus · 1977
2 sentences

2025Id.

2018In Brathwaite, the Court also weighed the reliability factors against the "corrupting effect of the suggestive identification itself." Brathwaite, 432 U.S. at 114-16 .

22018–2025
State v. Chatmon green
washctapp · 1973
2 sentences

2016App. 741 , 748 n.4, 515 P.2d 530 (1973): “Where eyewitnesses to crime summon the police, and the exigencies are such (as in the case of violent crime and the imminent possibility of escape) that ascertainment of the identity and background of the informants would be unreasonable, the reliability requirement might be further relaxed.” Northness, 20 Wn.

1990State v. Chatmon, 9 Wn.

21990–2016
State v. Fields green
haw · 2007
2 sentences

2015See McManamon v. Washko, 2006 PA Super 245 , 906 A.2d 1259, 1267 ; State v. Fields, 120 Haw. 73 , 89 n.3, 201 P.3d 586 (Ct. App. 2005), aff’d, 115 Haw. 503 , 168 P.3d 955 (2007). 2 Until ER 801(d)(l)(i) is amended accordingly, or until our Supreme Court overrules Smith , Washington courts are bound by the reliability test set forth in Smith in determining the admissibility of any prior inconsistent statement made during a police interview.

2015See McManamon v. Washko, 2006 PA Super 245 , 906 A.2d 1259, 1267 ; State v. Fields, 120 Haw. 73 , 89 n.3, 201 P.3d 586 (Ct. App. 2005), aff’d, 115 Haw. 503 , 168 P.3d 955 (2007). 2 Until ER 801(d)(l)(i) is amended accordingly, or until our Supreme Court overrules Smith , Washington courts are bound by the reliability test set forth in Smith in determining the admissibility of any prior inconsistent statement made during a police interview.

22015–2015
State v. Fields green
hawapp · 2005
2 sentences

2015See McManamon v. Washko, 2006 PA Super 245 , 906 A.2d 1259, 1267 ; State v. Fields, 120 Haw. 73 , 89 n.3, 201 P.3d 586 (Ct. App. 2005), aff’d, 115 Haw. 503 , 168 P.3d 955 (2007). 2 Until ER 801(d)(l)(i) is amended accordingly, or until our Supreme Court overrules Smith , Washington courts are bound by the reliability test set forth in Smith in determining the admissibility of any prior inconsistent statement made during a police interview.

2015See McManamon v. Washko, 2006 PA Super 245 , 906 A.2d 1259, 1267 ; State v. Fields, 120 Haw. 73 , 89 n.3, 201 P.3d 586 (Ct. App. 2005), aff’d, 115 Haw. 503 , 168 P.3d 955 (2007). 2 Until ER 801(d)(l)(i) is amended accordingly, or until our Supreme Court overrules Smith , Washington courts are bound by the reliability test set forth in Smith in determining the admissibility of any prior inconsistent statement made during a police interview.

22015–2015
State v. Hopkins green
washctapp · 2005
2 sentences

2014See Sieler, 95 Wn.2d at 48 ; Hopkins, 128 Wn.

2014See Sieler, 95 Wn.2d at 48 ; Hopkins, 128 Wn.

22014–2014
Mattox v. United States green
· 1895
2 sentences

2003The United States Supreme Court has recognized an “established rule that prior trial testimony is admissible upon retrial if the- declarant becomes unavailable . . . .” Id. at 68 (citing Mattox v. United States, 156 U.S. 237 , 15 S. Ct. 337 , 39 L.

2003The United States Supreme Court has recognized an “established rule that prior trial testimony is admissible upon retrial if the- declarant becomes unavailable . . . .” Id. at 68 (citing Mattox v. United States, 156 U.S. 237 , 15 S. Ct. 337 , 39 L.

22003–2003
State v. Gee green
washctapp · 1988
2 sentences

2001During Mr. Jordan’s trial, in response to his offer of proof that Mr. Ramirez’s hearsay statement should be admitted at trial through a defense witness’s testimony, the court looked at the reliability factors cited in State v. Gee, 52 Wn.

2001During Mr. Jordan's trial, in response to his offer of proof that Mr. Ramirez's hearsay statement should be admitted at trial through a defense witness's testimony, the court looked at the reliability factors cited in State v. Gee, 52 Wash. *1106 App. 357, 760 P.2d 361 (1988). [1] It determined that the factors were "fairly evenly balanced" in favor of the statement's trustworthiness.

22001–2001
State v. Woods green
wash · 2005
1 sentence

2023State v. Woods, 154 Wn.2d 613, 623 , 114 P.3d 1174 (2005) (plurality opinion). 9 Nine nonexclusive factors govern the reliability analysis.

12023–2023
State v. Woods green
wash · 2005
1 sentence

2023State v. Woods, 154 Wn.2d 613, 623 , 114 P.3d 1174 (2005) (plurality opinion). 9 Nine nonexclusive factors govern the reliability analysis.

12023–2023
State v. Nava green
washctapp · 2013
1 sentence

2020Cf., State v. Nava, 177 Wn.

12020–2020
State v. Ng green
wash · 1985
2 sentences

2019Case law, however has imposed this requirement for inculpatoty statements as well.” (footnote omitted)); State v. Nq, 104 Wn.2d 763, 774 , 713 P.2d 63 (1985) (“‘[S]tatements . . tending to . exculpate the accused are more suspect and so should have their admissibility conditioned upon some further provision insuring trustworthiness.” (alterations in original) (quoting FED.

2019Case law, however has imposed this requirement for inculpatoty statements as well.” (footnote omitted)); State v. Nq, 104 Wn.2d 763, 774 , 713 P.2d 63 (1985) (“‘[S]tatements . . tending to . exculpate the accused are more suspect and so should have their admissibility conditioned upon some further provision insuring trustworthiness.” (alterations in original) (quoting FED.

12019–2019
State v. Kennealy green
washctapp · 2009
1 sentence

2019Kennealy, 151 Wn.

12019–2019
Perry v. New Hampshire green
scotus · 2012
1 sentence

2018The Court concluded, "[T]tle Due Process Clause does not require a preliminary judicial inquiry into the reliability of an eyewitness identification when the identification was not procured under unnecessarily suggestive circumstances arranged by law enforcement." Perry, 565 U.S. at 248 ; see also Boyer v. Chappell, 793 F.3d 1092, 1100 (9th Cir. 2015)(Under Perry, a preliminary reliability analysis is not required unless the identification is procured by law enforcement.).

12018–2018
Deborah Peralta v. State Of Washington green
washctapp · 2015
1 sentence

2018This expert, later identified as Dr. William Brady, issued a written opinion in which he expressed doubt as to the reliability of the test establishing Peralta’s serum blood alcohol level.” Peralta, 191 Wn.

12018–2018
State v. Doerflinger green
washctapp · 2012
1 sentence

2016State v. Doerflinger, 170 Wn.

12016–2016
Delgado-Santos v. State green
fladistctapp · 1985
12015–2015
State v. Marcum green
washctapp · 2009
12014–2014
Fernandez v. California green
scotus · 2014
12014–2014
State v. Swan green
wash · 1990
12013–2013
Renne v. Geary green
scotus · 1991
12013–2013
State v. Borboa green
wash · 2006
12012–2012
State v. Linares green
washctapp · 1999
12012–2012
State v. Vickers green
wash · 2002
12012–2012
State v. Borboa green
wash · 2006
12012–2012
Illinois v. Gates green
scotus · 1983
12009–2009
State v. Kennedy green
wash · 1986
12009–2009
Adkins v. ALUMINUM COMPANY OF AM. green
wash · 1988
12006–2006
Mancusi v. Stubbs green
scotus · 1972
12003–2003
Watts v. State green
miss · 1999
12001–2001
White v. Illinois green
scotus · 1992
11998–1998
The CITY OF BELLEVUE v. Mociulski green
washctapp · 1988
11996–1996
State v. Straka green
wash · 1991
11994–1994
State v. Freeman green
washctapp · 1987
11991–1991

Statutes the citing opinions construe

WA § Wash. Rev. Code § 9A.44.120 (12) WA § Wash. Rev. Code § 2.06.040 (11) WA § Wash. Rev. Code § 2.06.150 (4) WA § Wash. Rev. Code § 9A.40.020 (4) WA § Wash. Rev. Code § 9A.44.010 (4) WA § Wash. Rev. Code § 46.61.502 (3)

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Where else courts name it

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