Washington Code 7.28.190 – Verdict where plaintiff’s right to possession expires before trial
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If the right of the plaintiff to the possession of the property expire, after the commencement of the action and before the trial, the verdict shall be given according to the fact, and judgment shall be given only for the damages.
[Code 1881 § 542; 1877 p 114 § 546; 1869 p 130 § 494; RRS § 800.]
Terms Used In Washington Code 7.28.190
- Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.
- 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.
- Verdict: The decision of a petit jury or a judge.