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10.27.070 – Oath -- Officers -- Witnesses | Washington Law

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10.27.070 – Oath -- Officers -- Witnesses

Washington Criminal Procedure § 10.27.070

Summary

RCW 10.27.070 - Oath -- Officers -- Witnesses (1) When the grand jury is impaneled, the court shall appoint one of the jurors to be foreman, and also another of the jurors to act as foreman in case of the absence of the foreman.(2) The grand jurors must be sworn pursuant to the following oath: "You, as grand jurors for the county of . . . . . ., do solemnly swear (or affirm) that you will diligently inquire into and true presentment make of all such matters and things as shall come to your know

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In simple terms: Learn about Washington's Oath -- Officers -- Witnesses law, including definitions, penalties, and legal implications.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.