Washington Code 69.50.503 – Injunctions
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(a) [(1)] The superior courts of this state have jurisdiction to restrain or enjoin violations of this chapter.
Terms Used In Washington Code 69.50.503
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
- Injunction: An order of the court prohibiting (or compelling) the performance of a specific act to prevent irreparable damage or injury.
- Jurisdiction: (1) The legal authority of a court to hear and decide a case. Concurrent jurisdiction exists when two courts have simultaneous responsibility for the same case. (2) The geographic area over which the court has authority to decide cases.
- Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.
(b) [(2)] The defendant may demand trial by jury for an alleged violation of an injunction or restraining order under this section.