Washington Code > Chapter 59.16 – Unlawful entry and detainer
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| § 59.16.010 | Unlawful detainer defined |
| § 59.16.020 | Pleadings, requirements |
| § 59.16.030 | Issues — Trial |
| § 59.16.040 | Parties defendant — Trial of separate issues |
Terms Used In Washington Code > Chapter 59.16 - Unlawful entry and detainer
- Answer: The formal written statement by a defendant responding to a civil complaint and setting forth the grounds for defense.
- Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
- Docket: A log containing brief entries of court proceedings.
- Oath: A promise to tell the truth.
- 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
- 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.