MAR 7.2 - Procedure After Request for Trial De Novo

• Proposed Changes to MAR 7.2 - Procedure After Request for Trial De Novo (in Word Format)
• No comments are available at this time.

GR 9 Cover Sheet Regarding Suggested change to MAR 7.2

January 2019

(A) Name of Proponent:

Washington State Association of County Clerks (WSACC)

(B) Spokesperson--a designation of the person who is knowledgeable about the proposed rule and who can provide additional information:

Barbara Miner, King County Clerk

Barbara.miner@kingcounty.gov

(C) Purpose:

The intent of this suggested language is to make it clear that judicial officers are barred from viewing the results of the arbitration during the pendency of the de novo process. Current rule language simply instructs the clerk to seal the award, however, judicial officers are usually able to access all sealed documents of their court. This change also dictates the unsealing of the award at the conclusion of the de novo or the conclusion of the case.

(D) Hearing. No hearing is requested or necessary.

(E) Expedited Consideration. Expedited consideration is not requested.

(F) Supporting Materials:

- Proposed language

- Previous correspondence with the Supreme Court about this proposed change

- SCJA Response to proposal