Washington · Revised Code of Washington — Title 10, Criminal Procedure
RCW Title 10 § 10.16.160: Witnesses—Failure to furnish recognizance—Commitment—Deposition—Discharge
What this law says, in plain English
Witnesses who refuse to post bail can be jailed until they comply. If unable to afford bail, a magistrate may take their sworn statement instead, which can later be used as evidence if the witness doesn't appear at trial.
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