LIRLJ 2.4(b)(4)
         MITIGATION AND CONTESTED HEARINGS BASED ON WRITTEN STATEMENTS


Submitting a written statement either contesting the infraction or explaining
mitigating circumstances is authorized by local court rule. The statement shall
contain the person's promise to pay the monetary penalty authorized by law if
the infraction is found to be committed. The statement shall be sworn under
penalty of perjury in compliance with RCW 9A.72.085.