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scientific theory principle in Washington

46 Washington opinions name it 2 courts 1986–2024 3 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 (4)

CaseFollowedCited
State v. Cauthrongreen
wash · 1993 · cited in 15 Washington opinions naming this issue, 1994–2024
2 sentences

2024Under the Frye standard, “evidence deriving from a scientific theory or principle is admissible only if that theory or principle has achieved general acceptance in the relevant scientific community.” State v. Martin, 101 Wn.2d 713, 719 , 684 P.2d 651 (1984). 8 120 Wn.2d 879, 906 , 846 P.2d 502 (1993) (holding testimony that defendant’s DNA “matched” perpetrator’s was erroneously admitted, in that it was unsupported by valid probability statistics), overruled in part on other grounds by State v. Buckner, 133 Wn.2d 63 , 941 P.2d 667 (1997). 13 No. 85289-2-I/14 the context of the total argument.

2024Under the Frye standard, “evidence deriving from a scientific theory or principle is admissible only if that theory or principle has achieved general acceptance in the relevant scientific community.” State v. Martin, 101 Wn.2d 713, 719 , 684 P.2d 651 (1984). 8 120 Wn.2d 879, 906 , 846 P.2d 502 (1993) (holding testimony that defendant’s DNA “matched” perpetrator’s was erroneously admitted, in that it was unsupported by valid probability statistics), overruled in part on other grounds by State v. Buckner, 133 Wn.2d 63 , 941 P.2d 667 (1997). 13 No. 85289-2-I/14 the context of the total argument.

215
In re the Detention of Thorellgreen
wash · 2003 · cited in 9 Washington opinions naming this issue, 2006–2020
2 sentences

2020App. 484, 492 , 355 P.3d 355 (2015). “‘The Frye standard requires a trial court to determine whether a scientific theory or principle has achieved general acceptance in the relevant scientific community before admitting it into evidence.’” Id. (internal quotation marks omitted) (quoting In re Det. of Thorell, 149 Wn.2d 724, 754 , 72 P.3d 708 (2003), cert. denied, 541 U.S. 990 (2004)). “‘[T]he core concern . . . is only whether the evidence being offered is based on 8 Fugle cites Manson v. Brathwaite, 432 U.S. 98, 113-14 , 97 S. Ct. 2243 , 53 L.

2018"The 2 No. 75277-4-1/3 Frye standard requires a trial court to determine whether a scientific theory or principle 'has achieved general acceptance in the relevant scientific community' before admitting it into evidence." In re Det. of Thorell, 149 Wn.2d 724, 754 , 72 P.3d 708 (2003)(internal quotation marks omitted)(quoting In re Pers.

19
Frye v. United Statesred
cadc · 1923 · cited in 6 Washington opinions naming this issue, 1986–2015
2 sentences

2015Washington courts evaluate expert testimony under the Frye test.49 "The Frve standard requires a trial court to determine whether a scientific theory or principle 'has achieved general acceptance in the relevant scientific community' 43 Jd 44 Jd at 687. 45 Jd at 694. 46 Jd 47 Memorandum in Support of CrR 7.8 Motion for Relief from Judgment or Order at 1. 48 293 F. 1013 , 34A.L.R. 145 (D.C.

1996State v. Cauthron, 120 Wash.2d 879, 886 , 846 P.2d 502 (1993), reaffirmed the continued viability of the Frye test in Washington: "[E]vidence deriving from a scientific theory or principle is admissible only if that theory or principle has achieved general acceptance in the relevant scientific community." Frye, 293 F. at 1014 .

16
State v. Allerygreen
wash · 1984 · cited in 1 Washington opinions naming this issue, 1987–1987
2 sentences

1987See State v. Allery, 101 Wn.2d 591 , 682 P.2d 312 (1984) (battered woman syndrome evidence admissible); State v. Martin, 101 Wn.2d 713 , 684 P.2d 651 (1984) (hypnosis evidence inadmissible); State v. Canaday, 90 Wn.2d 808 , 585 P.2d 1185 (1978) (retesting of used Breathalyzer ampuls inadmissible); State v. Woo, 84 Wn.2d 472 , 527 P.2d 271 (1974) (polygraph evidence inadmissible in absence of stipulation by both parties).

1987See State v. Allery, 101 Wn.2d 591 , 682 P.2d 312 (1984) (battered woman syndrome evidence admissible); State v. Martin, 101 Wn.2d 713 , 684 P.2d 651 (1984) (hypnosis evidence inadmissible); State v. Canaday, 90 Wn.2d 808 , 585 P.2d 1185 (1978) (retesting of used Breathalyzer ampuls inadmissible); State v. Woo, 84 Wn.2d 472 , 527 P.2d 271 (1974) (polygraph evidence inadmissible in absence of stipulation by both parties).

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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 (20)

CaseCitedYears
State v. Martin green
wash · 1984
2 sentences

2024Under the Frye test, “evidence deriving from a scientific theory or principle is admissible only if that theory or principle has achieved general acceptance in the relevant scientific community.” Id.

2024Under the Frye standard, “evidence deriving from a scientific theory or principle is admissible only if that theory or principle has achieved general acceptance in the relevant scientific community.” State v. Martin, 101 Wn.2d 713, 719 , 684 P.2d 651 (1984). 8 120 Wn.2d 879, 906 , 846 P.2d 502 (1993) (holding testimony that defendant’s DNA “matched” perpetrator’s was erroneously admitted, in that it was unsupported by valid probability statistics), overruled in part on other grounds by State v. Buckner, 133 Wn.2d 63 , 941 P.2d 667 (1997). 13 No. 85289-2-I/14 the context of the total argument.

201987–2024
State v. Baity green
wash · 2000
2 sentences

2021The standard provides that “‘evidence deriving from a scientific theory or principle is admissible only if that theory or principle has achieved general acceptance in the relevant scientific community.’” State v. Baity, 140 Wn.2d 1, 10 , 991 P.2d 1151 (2000) (quoting State v. Martin, 101 Wn.2d 713, 719 , 684 P.2d 651 (1984)).

2019Under the Frye standard for admissibility, “evidence deriving from a scientific theory or principle is admissible only if that theory or principle has achieved general acceptance in the relevant scientific community.” State v. Baity, 140 Wn.2d 1, 10 , 991 P.2d 1151 (2000) (quoting State v. Martin, 101 Wn.2d 713, 719 , 684 P.2d 651 (1984)).

72001–2021
In Re Detention of Thorell green
wash · 2003
2 sentences

2020App. 484, 492 , 355 P.3d 355 (2015). “‘The Frye standard requires a trial court to determine whether a scientific theory or principle has achieved general acceptance in the relevant scientific community before admitting it into evidence.’” Id. (internal quotation marks omitted) (quoting In re Det. of Thorell, 149 Wn.2d 724, 754 , 72 P.3d 708 (2003), cert. denied, 541 U.S. 990 (2004)). “‘[T]he core concern . . . is only whether the evidence being offered is based on 8 Fugle cites Manson v. Brathwaite, 432 U.S. 98, 113-14 , 97 S. Ct. 2243 , 53 L.

2018"The 2 No. 75277-4-1/3 Frye standard requires a trial court to determine whether a scientific theory or principle 'has achieved general acceptance in the relevant scientific community' before admitting it into evidence." In re Det. of Thorell, 149 Wn.2d 724, 754 , 72 P.3d 708 (2003)(internal quotation marks omitted)(quoting In re Pers.

72006–2020
State v. Riker green
wash · 1994
2 sentences

2010State v. Piker, 123 Wn.2d 351, 359 , 869 P.2d 43 (1994). ¶16 Frye held: [W]hile courts will go a long way in admitting expert testimony deduced from a well-recognized scientific principle or discovery, the thing from which the deduction is made must be sufficiently-established to have gained general acceptance in the particular field in which it belongs.

2010State v. Piker, 123 Wn.2d 351, 359 , 869 P.2d 43 (1994). ¶16 Frye held: [W]hile courts will go a long way in admitting expert testimony deduced from a well-recognized scientific principle or discovery, the thing from which the deduction is made must be sufficiently-established to have gained general acceptance in the particular field in which it belongs.

71999–2010
State v. Baity green
wash · 2000
2 sentences

2021The standard provides that “‘evidence deriving from a scientific theory or principle is admissible only if that theory or principle has achieved general acceptance in the relevant scientific community.’” State v. Baity, 140 Wn.2d 1, 10 , 991 P.2d 1151 (2000) (quoting State v. Martin, 101 Wn.2d 713, 719 , 684 P.2d 651 (1984)).

2019Under the Frye standard for admissibility, “evidence deriving from a scientific theory or principle is admissible only if that theory or principle has achieved general acceptance in the relevant scientific community.” State v. Baity, 140 Wn.2d 1, 10 , 991 P.2d 1151 (2000) (quoting State v. Martin, 101 Wn.2d 713, 719 , 684 P.2d 651 (1984)).

62001–2021
Matter of Personal Restraint of Young red
wash · 1993
2 sentences

2008"The Frye standard requires a trial court to determine whether a scientific theory or principle `has achieved general acceptance in the relevant scientific community' before admitting it into evidence." Thorell, 149 Wash.2d at 754 , 72 P.3d 708 (quoting In re Personal Restraint of Young, 122 Wash.2d 1, 56 , 857 P.2d 989 (1993)). "`[T]he core concern . . . is only whether the evidence being offered is based on established scientific methodology.'" Thorell, 149 Wash.2d at 754 , 72 P.3d 708 (quoting Young, 122 Wash.2d at 56 , 857 P.2d 989 ). [16] In his briefing, Post neither cites to any decisio

2008"The Frye standard requires a trial court to determine whether a scientific theory or principle `has achieved general acceptance in the relevant scientific community' before admitting it into evidence." Thorell, 149 Wash.2d at 754 , 72 P.3d 708 (quoting In re Personal Restraint of Young, 122 Wash.2d 1, 56 , 857 P.2d 989 (1993)). "`[T]he core concern . . . is only whether the evidence being offered is based on established scientific methodology.'" Thorell, 149 Wash.2d at 754 , 72 P.3d 708 (quoting Young, 122 Wash.2d at 56 , 857 P.2d 989 ). [16] In his briefing, Post neither cites to any decisio

52003–2018
State v. Copeland green
wash · 1996
2 sentences

2015Anderson v. Akzo Nobel Coatings, Inc., 172 Wn.2d 593, 600 , 260 P.3d 857 (2011). ¶99 Under Frye, “ ‘evidence deriving from a scientific theory or principle is admissible only if that theory or principle has achieved general acceptance in the *566 relevant scientific community.’” State v. Baity, 140 Wn.2d 1, 10 , 991 P.2d 1151 (2000) (quoting State v. Martin, 101 Wn.2d 713, 719 , 684 P.2d 651 (1984)); State v. Copeland, 130 Wn.2d 244, 255 , 922 P.2d 1304 (1996).

2013In determining if novel scientific evidence satisfies Frye, we perform “a searching review which may extend beyond the record and involve consideration of scientific literature as well as secondary legal authority.” State v. Copeland, 130 Wn.2d 244, 255-56 , 922 P.2d 1304 (1996) (citing State v. Cauthron, 120 Wn.2d 879, 887-88 , 846 P.2d 502 (1993)). ¶6 Under Frye, “evidence deriving from a scientific theory or principle is admissible only if that theory or principle has achieved general acceptance in the relevant scientific community.” State v. Martin, 101 Wn.2d 713, 719 , 684 P.2d 651 (1984)

32013–2024
State v. Copeland green
wash · 1996
2 sentences

2015Anderson v. Akzo Nobel Coatings, Inc., 172 Wn.2d 593, 600 , 260 P.3d 857 (2011). ¶99 Under Frye, “ ‘evidence deriving from a scientific theory or principle is admissible only if that theory or principle has achieved general acceptance in the *566 relevant scientific community.’” State v. Baity, 140 Wn.2d 1, 10 , 991 P.2d 1151 (2000) (quoting State v. Martin, 101 Wn.2d 713, 719 , 684 P.2d 651 (1984)); State v. Copeland, 130 Wn.2d 244, 255 , 922 P.2d 1304 (1996).

2013In determining if novel scientific evidence satisfies Frye, we perform “a searching review which may extend beyond the record and involve consideration of scientific literature as well as secondary legal authority.” State v. Copeland, 130 Wn.2d 244, 255-56 , 922 P.2d 1304 (1996) (citing State v. Cauthron, 120 Wn.2d 879, 887-88 , 846 P.2d 502 (1993)). ¶6 Under Frye, “evidence deriving from a scientific theory or principle is admissible only if that theory or principle has achieved general acceptance in the relevant scientific community.” State v. Martin, 101 Wn.2d 713, 719 , 684 P.2d 651 (1984)

32013–2024
State v. Sipin green
washctapp · 2005
2 sentences

2013State v. Sipin. 130 Wn.

2013State v. Sipin, 130 Wn.

32012–2013
State v. Buckner green
wash · 1997
1 sentence

2024Under the Frye standard, “evidence deriving from a scientific theory or principle is admissible only if that theory or principle has achieved general acceptance in the relevant scientific community.” State v. Martin, 101 Wn.2d 713, 719 , 684 P.2d 651 (1984). 8 120 Wn.2d 879, 906 , 846 P.2d 502 (1993) (holding testimony that defendant’s DNA “matched” perpetrator’s was erroneously admitted, in that it was unsupported by valid probability statistics), overruled in part on other grounds by State v. Buckner, 133 Wn.2d 63 , 941 P.2d 667 (1997). 13 No. 85289-2-I/14 the context of the total argument.

12024–2024
State v. Buckner green
wash · 1997
1 sentence

2024Under the Frye standard, “evidence deriving from a scientific theory or principle is admissible only if that theory or principle has achieved general acceptance in the relevant scientific community.” State v. Martin, 101 Wn.2d 713, 719 , 684 P.2d 651 (1984). 8 120 Wn.2d 879, 906 , 846 P.2d 502 (1993) (holding testimony that defendant’s DNA “matched” perpetrator’s was erroneously admitted, in that it was unsupported by valid probability statistics), overruled in part on other grounds by State v. Buckner, 133 Wn.2d 63 , 941 P.2d 667 (1997). 13 No. 85289-2-I/14 the context of the total argument.

12024–2024
State v. Fisher green
wash · 2009
1 sentence

2024State v. Fisher, 165 Wn.2d 727, 746-47 , 202 P.3d 937 (2009).

12024–2024
State v. Fisher green
wash · 2009
1 sentence

2024State v. Fisher, 165 Wn.2d 727, 746-47 , 202 P.3d 937 (2009).

12024–2024
Lara v. United States green
scotus · 2004
1 sentence

2020App. 484, 492 , 355 P.3d 355 (2015). “‘The Frye standard requires a trial court to determine whether a scientific theory or principle has achieved general acceptance in the relevant scientific community before admitting it into evidence.’” Id. (internal quotation marks omitted) (quoting In re Det. of Thorell, 149 Wn.2d 724, 754 , 72 P.3d 708 (2003), cert. denied, 541 U.S. 990 (2004)). “‘[T]he core concern . . . is only whether the evidence being offered is based on 8 Fugle cites Manson v. Brathwaite, 432 U.S. 98, 113-14 , 97 S. Ct. 2243 , 53 L.

12020–2020
Manson v. Brathwaite green
scotus · 1977
2 sentences

2020App. 484, 492 , 355 P.3d 355 (2015). “‘The Frye standard requires a trial court to determine whether a scientific theory or principle has achieved general acceptance in the relevant scientific community before admitting it into evidence.’” Id. (internal quotation marks omitted) (quoting In re Det. of Thorell, 149 Wn.2d 724, 754 , 72 P.3d 708 (2003), cert. denied, 541 U.S. 990 (2004)). “‘[T]he core concern . . . is only whether the evidence being offered is based on 8 Fugle cites Manson v. Brathwaite, 432 U.S. 98, 113-14 , 97 S. Ct. 2243 , 53 L.

2020App. 484, 492 , 355 P.3d 355 (2015). “‘The Frye standard requires a trial court to determine whether a scientific theory or principle has achieved general acceptance in the relevant scientific community before admitting it into evidence.’” Id. (internal quotation marks omitted) (quoting In re Det. of Thorell, 149 Wn.2d 724, 754 , 72 P.3d 708 (2003), cert. denied, 541 U.S. 990 (2004)). “‘[T]he core concern . . . is only whether the evidence being offered is based on 8 Fugle cites Manson v. Brathwaite, 432 U.S. 98, 113-14 , 97 S. Ct. 2243 , 53 L.

12020–2020
In re the Personal Restraint of Morris green
washctapp · 2015
2 sentences

2020App. 484, 492 , 355 P.3d 355 (2015). “‘The Frye standard requires a trial court to determine whether a scientific theory or principle has achieved general acceptance in the relevant scientific community before admitting it into evidence.’” Id. (internal quotation marks omitted) (quoting In re Det. of Thorell, 149 Wn.2d 724, 754 , 72 P.3d 708 (2003), cert. denied, 541 U.S. 990 (2004)). “‘[T]he core concern . . . is only whether the evidence being offered is based on 8 Fugle cites Manson v. Brathwaite, 432 U.S. 98, 113-14 , 97 S. Ct. 2243 , 53 L.

2020App. 484, 492 , 355 P.3d 355 (2015). “‘The Frye standard requires a trial court to determine whether a scientific theory or principle has achieved general acceptance in the relevant scientific community before admitting it into evidence.’” Id. (internal quotation marks omitted) (quoting In re Det. of Thorell, 149 Wn.2d 724, 754 , 72 P.3d 708 (2003), cert. denied, 541 U.S. 990 (2004)). “‘[T]he core concern . . . is only whether the evidence being offered is based on 8 Fugle cites Manson v. Brathwaite, 432 U.S. 98, 113-14 , 97 S. Ct. 2243 , 53 L.

12020–2020
Anderson v. AKZO NOBEL COATINGS, INC. green
wash · 2011
2 sentences

2015Anderson v. Akzo Nobel Coatings, Inc., 172 Wn.2d 593, 600 , 260 P.3d 857 (2011). ¶99 Under Frye, “ ‘evidence deriving from a scientific theory or principle is admissible only if that theory or principle has achieved general acceptance in the *566 relevant scientific community.’” State v. Baity, 140 Wn.2d 1, 10 , 991 P.2d 1151 (2000) (quoting State v. Martin, 101 Wn.2d 713, 719 , 684 P.2d 651 (1984)); State v. Copeland, 130 Wn.2d 244, 255 , 922 P.2d 1304 (1996).

2015Anderson v. Akzo Nobel Coatings, Inc., 172 Wn.2d 593, 600 , 260 P.3d 857 (2011). ¶99 Under Frye, “ ‘evidence deriving from a scientific theory or principle is admissible only if that theory or principle has achieved general acceptance in the *566 relevant scientific community.’” State v. Baity, 140 Wn.2d 1, 10 , 991 P.2d 1151 (2000) (quoting State v. Martin, 101 Wn.2d 713, 719 , 684 P.2d 651 (1984)); State v. Copeland, 130 Wn.2d 244, 255 , 922 P.2d 1304 (1996).

12015–2015
State v. Sipin green
washctapp · 2005
1 sentence

2012State v. Sipin, 130 Wash.App. 403, 414 , 123 P.3d 862 (2005).

12012–2012
State v. Woo green
wash · 1974
2 sentences

1987See State v. Allery, 101 Wn.2d 591 , 682 P.2d 312 (1984) (battered woman syndrome evidence admissible); State v. Martin, 101 Wn.2d 713 , 684 P.2d 651 (1984) (hypnosis evidence inadmissible); State v. Canaday, 90 Wn.2d 808 , 585 P.2d 1185 (1978) (retesting of used Breathalyzer ampuls inadmissible); State v. Woo, 84 Wn.2d 472 , 527 P.2d 271 (1974) (polygraph evidence inadmissible in absence of stipulation by both parties).

1987See State v. Allery, 101 Wn.2d 591 , 682 P.2d 312 (1984) (battered woman syndrome evidence admissible); State v. Martin, 101 Wn.2d 713 , 684 P.2d 651 (1984) (hypnosis evidence inadmissible); State v. Canaday, 90 Wn.2d 808 , 585 P.2d 1185 (1978) (retesting of used Breathalyzer ampuls inadmissible); State v. Woo, 84 Wn.2d 472 , 527 P.2d 271 (1974) (polygraph evidence inadmissible in absence of stipulation by both parties).

11987–1987
State v. Canaday green
wash · 1978
2 sentences

1987See State v. Allery, 101 Wn.2d 591 , 682 P.2d 312 (1984) (battered woman syndrome evidence admissible); State v. Martin, 101 Wn.2d 713 , 684 P.2d 651 (1984) (hypnosis evidence inadmissible); State v. Canaday, 90 Wn.2d 808 , 585 P.2d 1185 (1978) (retesting of used Breathalyzer ampuls inadmissible); State v. Woo, 84 Wn.2d 472 , 527 P.2d 271 (1974) (polygraph evidence inadmissible in absence of stipulation by both parties).

1987See State v. Allery, 101 Wn.2d 591 , 682 P.2d 312 (1984) (battered woman syndrome evidence admissible); State v. Martin, 101 Wn.2d 713 , 684 P.2d 651 (1984) (hypnosis evidence inadmissible); State v. Canaday, 90 Wn.2d 808 , 585 P.2d 1185 (1978) (retesting of used Breathalyzer ampuls inadmissible); State v. Woo, 84 Wn.2d 472 , 527 P.2d 271 (1974) (polygraph evidence inadmissible in absence of stipulation by both parties).

11987–1987

Statutes the citing opinions construe

WA § Wash. Rev. Code § 71.09.020 (9) WA § Wash. Rev. Code § 71.09.060 (9) WA § Wash. Rev. Code § 71.09.010 (7) WA § Wash. Rev. Code § 46.61.520 (5) WA § Wash. Rev. Code § 71.09.030 (5) WA § Wash. Rev. Code § 71.09.090 (5) WA § Wash. Rev. Code § 46.61.502 (4) WA § Wash. Rev. Code § 46.61.506 (4) WA § Wash. Rev. Code § 71.09.015 (4) WA § Wash. Rev. Code § 71.05.020 (3) WA § Wash. Rev. Code § 71.09.050 (3) WA § Wash. Rev. Code § 71.09.070 (3)

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.

Where else courts name it

WA 46 (1986–2024) AZ 2 (1999–2003) NH 2 (1994–2003)

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.

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