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Could a Political Compromise Be Constitutional? Legal Hurdles for Possible Negotiations with Russia

The relationship between two post-soviet neighbors—Russia and Ukraine—has a complicated history. Following Russian military aggression…

Sergiy Panasyuk | WLROSeptember 1, 2022

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Is It Time to Bury Barry? Why an Old Change at the Legislature Requires a New Look at Washington’s Nondelegation Doctrine

Abstract: Fifty years ago, the Supreme Court of Washington adopted a relaxed version of the…

Daniel A. Himebaugh | 97 Wash. L. Rev. Online 51September 1, 2022

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Franco I Loved: Reconciling the Two Halves of the Nation’s Only Government-Funded Public Defender Program for Immigrants

Abstract: Detained noncitizens experiencing serious intellectual and mental health disabilities are among the most vulnerable…

Amelia Wilson | 97 Wash. L. Rev. Online 21August 19, 2022

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The Finality of Unmodified Appellate Commissioner Rulings in Washington State

Abstract: In Washington appellate courts, unelected court commissioners handle most of the motion practice. Some…

Aurora R. Bearse | 97 Wash. L. Rev. Online 1March 1, 2022

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Judicial Discretion is Advised: The Lack of Discretionary Appointments of Counsel for Children in Washington State Dependency Proceedings

Abstract: State agencies initiate dependency proceedings when a child is alleged, often due to parental…

Marisa Forthun | 96 WASH. L. REV. ONLINE 23March 1, 2022

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Judicial Discretion is Advised: The Lack of Discretionary Appointments of Counsel for Children in Washington State Dependency Proceedings

Abstract: State agencies initiate dependency proceedings when a child is alleged, often due to parental…

Marisa Forthun | 96 WASH. L. REV. ONLINE 23January 1, 2022

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“Unconstitutional Beyond a Reasonable Doubt” – A Misleading Mantra that should be Gone for Good

Abstract: For a century, Washington State Supreme Court opinions periodically have intoned that the body…

Hugh D. Spitzer | 96 WASH. L. REV. ONLINE 1March 1, 2021