Washington · Revised Code of Washington — Title 10, Criminal Procedure
RCW Title 10 § 10.46.080: Continuances
What this law says, in plain English
A defendant may request a trial delay based on missing evidence if they submit an affidavit showing the evidence's importance, diligent efforts to obtain it, and witness details. The prosecutor may stipulate the evidence would be presented, making the delay unnecessary.
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