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10.52.040 – Compelling witness to attend and testify -- Accused as witness | Washington Law

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10.52.040 – Compelling witness to attend and testify -- Accused as witness

Washington Criminal Procedure § 10.52.040

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RCW 10.52.040 - Compelling witness to attend and testify -- Accused as witness Witnesses may be compelled to attend and testify before the grand jury; and witnesses on behalf of the state, or of the defendant, in a criminal prosecution, may be compelled to attend and testify in open court, if they have been subpoenaed, without their fees being first paid or tendered, unless otherwise provided by law; the court may, upon the motion of the prosecuting attorney or defense counsel, recognize witnes

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In simple terms: Learn about Washington's Compelling witness to attend and testify -- Accused as witness law, including definitions, penalties, and legal implications.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.