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The Superior Courts In Washington State Are The Court Of General Jurisdiction

The superior courts in Washington State are the court of general jurisdiction. These courts have exclusive jurisdiction for felony matters, real property rights, domestic relations, estate, mental illness, juvenile, and civil cases over $50,000. The superior courts also hear appeals from courts of limited jurisdiction.

There are 29 superior court judicial districts in the 39 counties. As of 2003 there are 174 superior court judges. Superior court judges are elected on a non-partisan basis for a four year term.

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Fine

Definition:
A sentence that requires the payment of money to the court.

Misdemeanor

Definition:
A specific type of offense for which a person may be sentenced to more than 15 days but not more than one year in jail.

Objection

Definition:
Statement by an attorney in opposition to testimony, or the attempted admission of evidence, and opposing its consideration as evidence.

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