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2005 Washington Revised Code RCW 2.28.020: Contempt — Punishment.

    For the effectual exercise of the powers specified in RCW 2.28.010, the court may punish for contempt in the cases and the manner provided by law.

    [1891 c 54 § 2; RRS § 53.]

Notes:
    Rules of court:  CR 45(f).

    Contempts: Chapter 7.21 RCW.

    Criminal contempts: Chapter 7.21 RCW, RCW 9.92.040.

    Power of judicial officer to punish for contempt: RCW 2.28.060, 2.28.070.

    Witnesses, failure to attend as contempt: RCW 5.56.061 through 5.56.080.

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