Washington Code 4.56.075 – Judgment in case of setoff — When exceeds plaintiff’s debt or affirmative relief required
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If a setoff established at the trial, exceeds the plaintiff‘s demand so established, judgment for the defendant shall be given for the excess; or if it appears that the defendant is entitled to any affirmative relief, judgment shall be given accordingly.
[Code 1881 § 303; 1877 p 62 § 307; 1869 p 74 § 305; 1854 p 173 § 231; RRS § 433. Formerly RCW 4.56.070, part.]
NOTES:
Rules of court: Cf. CR 54(b).
Terms Used In Washington Code 4.56.075
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
- Plaintiff: The person who files the complaint in a civil lawsuit.
- Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.