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10.05.020 – Requirements of petition -- Rights of petitioner -- Court findings | Washington Law

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10.05.020 – Requirements of petition -- Rights of petitioner -- Court findings

Washington Criminal Procedure § 10.05.020

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RCW 10.05.020 - Requirements of petition -- Rights of petitioner -- Court findings (1) Except as provided in subsection (2) of this section or *section 18 of this act, the petitioner shall allege under oath in the petition that the wrongful conduct charged is the result of or caused by alcoholism, drug addiction, or mental problems for which the person is in need of treatment and unless treated the probability of future recurrence is great, along with a statement that the person agrees to pay th

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In simple terms: Learn about Washington's Requirements of petition -- Rights of petitioner -- Court findings law, including definitions, penalties, and legal implications.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.