Washington Code 4.44.060 – Proceedings in trial by court — Findings deemed verdict
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The order of proceedings on a trial by the court shall be the same as provided in trials by jury. The finding of the court upon the facts shall be deemed a verdict, and may be set aside in the same manner and for the same reason as far as applicable, and a new trial granted.
[Code 1881 § 247; 1877 p 51 § 251; 1869 p 60 § 251; RRS § 368.]
Terms Used In Washington Code 4.44.060
- Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.
- Verdict: The decision of a petit jury or a judge.