When an information is filed by the prosecuting attorney, he or she shall not be liable for the costs, but when it is filed upon the relation of a private person such person shall be liable for costs unless the same are adjudged against the defendant.
[ 2011 c 336 § 243; Code 1881 § 714; 1877 p 145 § 718; 1854 p 218 § 481; RRS § 1046.]
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Terms Used In Washington Code 7.56.130

  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
  • person: may be construed to include the United States, this state, or any state or territory, or any public or private corporation or limited liability company, as well as an individual. See Washington Code 1.16.080
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