(1) The appeal from a small claims judgment or decision shall be de novo upon the record of the case, as entered by the district court.

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Terms Used In Washington Code 12.36.055

  • Appeal: A request made after a trial, asking another court (usually the court of appeals) to decide whether the trial was conducted properly. To make such a request is "to appeal" or "to take an appeal." One who appeals is called the appellant.
(2) Any cases heard in superior court pursuant to this section may be heard by a duly appointed commissioner. As used in this chapter “judge” includes any duly appointed commissioner.