Except as otherwise provided in RCW 26.26A.730, venue for a proceeding to adjudicate parentage is in the county of this state in which:

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Terms Used In Washington Code 26.26A.420

  • Venue: The geographical location in which a case is tried.
(1) The child resides or is located;
(2) If the child does not reside in this state, the respondent resides or is located; or
(3) A proceeding has been commenced for administration of the estate of an individual who is or may be a parent under this chapter.