Rule 55.
Default and Judgment
(a) Entry of Default.
In the event the Defendant does not appear within one half hour of the time set
for trial, the Plaintiff may move for entry of default and a default judgment
pursuant to CRLJ 55. A motion and affidavit for default judgment for failure
to appear, plead, or otherwise defend as provided by this Rule shall be in
substantially the same format hereinafter set forth.
(b) Entry of Default Judgment.
(1) Assigned Claims. A default judgment will not be entered on an assigned
claim unless the original written assignment is filed with the Court.
(2) Interest. No judgment for interest shall be allowed unless proof of the
factors necessary for computation of interest including applicable dates, rate
of interest, and amount subject to interest, in addition to the final amount of
interest claimed, is submitted in writing.
(3) Notice. The prevailing party shall notify the Defendant of the entry of
default judgment by mailing a copy of the judgment to the defendant at his last
known address within 5 days after entry of judgment.
(4) Attorney Fees. Where authorized by written instrument or statute,
excluding those cases governed by the provisions of RCW 12.20.060, the Court
may award reasonable attorney fees in cases where default judgment is entered
in the amount of $200.00, unless at the time of judgment is entered, the
prevailing party presents competent evidence to the Court that a larger sum
should be awarded.
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