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9A.44.020 – Testimony -- Evidence -- Written motion -- Admissibility | Washington Law

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9A.44.020 – Testimony -- Evidence -- Written motion -- Admissibility

Washington Criminal Code § 9A.44.020

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RCW 9A.44.020 - Testimony -- Evidence -- Written motion -- Admissibility (1) In order to convict a person of any crime defined in this chapter it shall not be necessary that the testimony of the alleged victim be corroborated.(2) Evidence of the victim's past sexual behavior including but not limited to the victim's marital history, divorce history, or general reputation for promiscuity, nonchastity, or sexual mores contrary to community standards is inadmissible on the issue of credibility and

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