GENERAL RULE 9

RULE AMENDMENT COVER SHEET SUGGESTED AMENDMENT TO CRLJ 38

1.     Proponent Organization: BJA Remote Proceedings Work Group

2.     Spokesperson & Contact Info:

Judge Angelle Gerl, Co-Chair BJA Remote Proceedings Work Group – CLJ level Email: AGerl@cawh.org

Phone: (509) 244-2773

3.     Purpose of Suggested Rule Amendment

Proposed amendment to the rule is to add section (i) to allow for remote trials in civil matters, in whole or in part, by agreement of the parties or order of the court. If the parties do not agree, a party may motion the court that portions or all of the trial be held remotely. The court however, maintains under ARLJ 15 the ability to hold trials in person. For example: if a particular court does not have the capacity to hold evidentiary hearings remotely.

4.     Is Expedited Consideration Requested?

Yes. Expedited consideration is essential. The Supreme Court Emergency Order will be lifted soon and some form of amended or new rules addressing remote proceedings should be passed before the Order is lifted.

5.     Is a Public Hearing Recommended? No.