GENERAL RULE 9

RULE AMENDMENT COVER SHEET SUGGESTED AMENDMENT TO IRLJ 3.4

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 changes the word “attend” to “appear” to facilitate remote proceedings in infraction hearings. This change is consistent with the other amendments proposed by the workgroup.

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.