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10.96.030 – Authenticity of records -- Verification -- Affidavit, declaration, or certification | Washington Law

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10.96.030 – Authenticity of records -- Verification -- Affidavit, declaration, or certification

Washington Criminal Procedure § 10.96.030

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RCW 10.96.030 - Authenticity of records -- Verification -- Affidavit, declaration, or certification (1) Upon written request from the applicant, or if ordered by the court, the recipient of criminal process shall verify the authenticity of records that it produces by providing an affidavit, declaration, or certification that complies with subsection (2) of this section. The requirements of RCW 5.45.020 regarding business records as evidence may be satisfied by an affidavit, declaration, or cert

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In simple terms: Learn about Washington's Authenticity of records -- Verification -- Affidavit, declaration, or certification law, including definitions, penalties, and legal implications.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.