Don't Let Your Washington Exhibits Get Rejected
Get the complete Washington exhibit requirements checklist. Know exactly what King County LCR 4(j) (exchange of witness and exhibit lists; Joint Statement of Evidence) requires before your filing deadline.
- Exhibit exchange deadlines in Washington are set at 21 days before trial (King County).
- Exhibit practice in Washington centers on the Washington Superior Courts.
- Washington's e-filing file-size limit: varies by county — confirm with the clerk.
- King County (Seattle): Uses KC Script Portal for e-filing.
- Pierce County (Tacoma): Uses LINX system.
- Washington's exhibit procedure is governed by King County LCR 4(j), ER 904.
- A common Washington exhibit-filing mistake: not taking advantage of ER 904 streamlining.
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Every year, Washington courts reject exhibits for:
- Wrong marking convention
- Missing electronic bookmarks
- Non-compliant file formats
This guide prevents those mistakes.
Quick Reference
These conventions reflect common practice but have not been independently verified with the court — confirm with your clerk before filing.
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Note: This guide provides general information, not legal advice. Court rules change, and local variations exist. Always verify current requirements with the specific court where you are filing.
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- •2+ hours for 50 documents
- •Error-prone labeling
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- •Hope you followed King County LCR 4(j) (exchange of witness and exhibit lists; Joint Statement of Evidence)
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- •15 minutes for 50 documents
- •Washington-compliant templates
- •One-click batch stamping
- •Follows King County LCR 4(j) (exchange of witness and exhibit lists; Joint Statement of Evidence) automatically
About Washington Exhibit Requirements
Washington courts offer a powerful streamlining tool under ER 904 that allows admission of documents without testimony if proper notice is given. The state uses color-coded stickers (yellow for plaintiffs, blue for defendants) and county-specific e-filing systems. Importantly, exhibits are NOT filed in the court file but maintained separately.
Court rules and e-filing requirements change frequently. Verify current requirements with your local court clerk or official court website before filing. This content is for general reference only and does not constitute legal advice.
What's in the Guide
- Color-coded sticker system — yellow for plaintiffs, blue for defendants
- Odyssey Portal e-filing — file-size caps change; confirm the current cap in the portal
- King County specific rules — Seattle has additional local requirements
- 14-day exchange deadline — or per scheduling order, check early
- Numbers with yellow stickers — plaintiff exhibits marked 1,2,3
- Letters with blue stickers — defendant exhibits marked A,B,C
- Pre-trial requirements — exhibit list typically required in conference
- Similar to California — if you know CA rules, WA follows same pattern
County-Specific Rules Covered
King County (Seattle)
- • Uses KC Script Portal for e-filing
- • $50 paper handling fee for attorney non-compliance with e-filing
Pierce County (Tacoma)
- • Uses LINX system
- • TRACK-BASED scheduling: Expedited (Week 21), Standard (Week 47), Complex (Week 70)
Pro Tips Included
- •Use ER 904 to streamline authentication - notify 30 days before trial
- •File objections to ER 904 notices within 14 days or documents are deemed admissible
- •Use correct color stickers: Yellow for plaintiffs, Blue for defendants
- •Exhibits are NOT filed with the court - bring them to trial
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- 1.Not taking advantage of ER 904 streamlining
- 2.Missing the 14-day objection window for ER 904 notices
- 3.Using wrong sticker colors (yellow is plaintiffs only)
- 4.Trying to file exhibits in the court file (they're maintained separately)
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Washington Exhibit FAQs
What exhibit marking system do Washington courts require?
Washington uses a color-coded sticker system similar to California: plaintiffs use yellow stickers with numbers, while defendants use blue stickers with letters. This is required under CR 10(e).
Is e-filing mandatory in Washington courts?
Yes, Washington requires e-filing through the Odyssey Portal (odysseyeportal.courts.wa.gov) for most civil cases. No statewide per-document file-size limit is confirmed — check the portal for the current cap before filing.
How do King County (Seattle) rules differ?
King County has the largest court system in Washington with specific local rules that supplement statewide CR 10 requirements. Always check King County local rules for Seattle-area cases, as they have additional procedures and requirements.
What is the exhibit exchange deadline in Washington?
Washington requires exhibit exchange 14 days before trial under CR 10(e). Your scheduling order may specify a different deadline, so always verify with your specific case deadlines.
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