Washington · Revised Code of Washington — Title 10, Criminal Procedure
RCW Title 10 § 10.19.090: Forfeiture, exoneration of recognizances—Judgment—Execution
What this law says, in plain English
This statute governs court procedures for forfeiting recognizances (bail bonds) when a defendant fails to appear, allowing judgment and execution against principals and sureties, unless the surety lacks written notice within 30 days.
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